tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28605081247443009422024-03-14T07:52:51.709-07:00Diesel MotorsportsWhat's new in diesel, diesel motorsports, NADM or diesel automotive - that is what the blogs are about on a daily basis!Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.comBlogger421125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-76505400176971490402024-03-03T08:08:00.000-08:002024-03-03T08:55:16.158-08:00A Diesel Original leaves our times way too early! RIP Dave Radzierez! <p>This past Thursday our diesel community lost a person who has left us with many stories and memories - Dave Radzierez of Stroudsburg PA! Dave passed Thursday having some health issues leaving a daughter and grandchildren which we are sending our condolences and prayers. </p><p>Dave Radzierez was known recently as the XDP Diesel monster truck owner and driver plus as a professional driver for the monster truck circuit including Bigfoot 4x4 truck! To us he was a good friend who championed many firsts in our diesel community which carries a lot of stories.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpxrYj_9exk5F0tRRWSvwyAo4muZZRD4C7sDtTrlJQxEmhkDwwW5k0Bz3ksRPPcaL4HaCpm5ImC4TxgxniyRmTpMS_n6AnT_TGvrydYdF4WHcxXb3l7qvU_3vLicEV8Co16JLEEWn0zRAP4FVNiSZQ6ivHmgWl3saQNxU4oK1LTgmi-mEOJ_UsCNVv7wo/s2316/DSC_0084.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2316" data-original-width="1711" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpxrYj_9exk5F0tRRWSvwyAo4muZZRD4C7sDtTrlJQxEmhkDwwW5k0Bz3ksRPPcaL4HaCpm5ImC4TxgxniyRmTpMS_n6AnT_TGvrydYdF4WHcxXb3l7qvU_3vLicEV8Co16JLEEWn0zRAP4FVNiSZQ6ivHmgWl3saQNxU4oK1LTgmi-mEOJ_UsCNVv7wo/s320/DSC_0084.JPG" width="236" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqh1ccleZHm6m1EPR7yKBS1wepGfbZ5-JFhZ2toSg-9eUKxWq8zP_vqgjqfs65cVtURPCxYCHVCkAD6HeyEU1NhkCreVwL13KsqmbWp5gAmlVw8J8Fq2YpvGliOe0Va1mJiuzC4L-23t1wzplC9IMJztFFI0zOUUDOo-rqlJrMmKt4338O0Jif1Zu4mCw/s3008/DSC_0162.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3008" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqh1ccleZHm6m1EPR7yKBS1wepGfbZ5-JFhZ2toSg-9eUKxWq8zP_vqgjqfs65cVtURPCxYCHVCkAD6HeyEU1NhkCreVwL13KsqmbWp5gAmlVw8J8Fq2YpvGliOe0Va1mJiuzC4L-23t1wzplC9IMJztFFI0zOUUDOo-rqlJrMmKt4338O0Jif1Zu4mCw/s320/DSC_0162.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Dating as far back as 2003 Dave started as a sled puller with his trucks in our circuit. As a first Dave designed and built the first tilt body sled pulling diesel truck - "How Do You Like Me Now"! Competing in many sled pulls Dave was always a crowd favorite with his personal friendly attitude toward everyone.<p></p><p>Dave was bigger than life and lived it that way everytime I saw him! He was respectful and always knew how to have fun without disturbing others. Like when he was the first in diesel trucks to do street burnouts during the original Thunder in Muncie event in front of the hotel! He gave it eveyrthing that truck had and put on quite the show!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsO_ysIOICG9jLVPCJw5_iUvXudXAHLkbapvCOTl4reZOWyj4OkpbiXWE1cBa0X6umqo59PHC9dlLYqceKKteAYHyba6Ef-g7ff0SitP9XrZJc3HGs4TItnL9JBKBdqBvqvm_Na88WwKsiaCw7nUNUpsxCix1t9mDx34a2ZE6G2tvFT2m9HbzwdNqiFEU/s500/1455922_10202109591814481_1952669463_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsO_ysIOICG9jLVPCJw5_iUvXudXAHLkbapvCOTl4reZOWyj4OkpbiXWE1cBa0X6umqo59PHC9dlLYqceKKteAYHyba6Ef-g7ff0SitP9XrZJc3HGs4TItnL9JBKBdqBvqvm_Na88WwKsiaCw7nUNUpsxCix1t9mDx34a2ZE6G2tvFT2m9HbzwdNqiFEU/s320/1455922_10202109591814481_1952669463_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivIShkzNxEh3LIwAh6nB2u0yNdbnzfRniq_LUwjCefxIpqUWt0NJByTlnk8PxJgE9Zj5ulkHz-W0MbaIxtYocLiuffaObmF2_vt64-Lsg-uiscFCNa78LByJkMOsg7Gqu7CoJv2CLWL90Qop7DVu38yHgSp-auokh22wOCU61rShk9mfbTqrFpLKp5Aig/s637/429669425_10161501856292530_1556749277014439993_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="637" height="193" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivIShkzNxEh3LIwAh6nB2u0yNdbnzfRniq_LUwjCefxIpqUWt0NJByTlnk8PxJgE9Zj5ulkHz-W0MbaIxtYocLiuffaObmF2_vt64-Lsg-uiscFCNa78LByJkMOsg7Gqu7CoJv2CLWL90Qop7DVu38yHgSp-auokh22wOCU61rShk9mfbTqrFpLKp5Aig/s320/429669425_10161501856292530_1556749277014439993_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>When I asked him to drive to Las Vegas in 2007 for the sled pull there he was happy to load it all up and drove from Pennsylvania to compete. He even came a few days early so he could display his pulling truck in front of the Mesquite Hospital so everyone could see it. <p></p><p>When he called and told me he had bought a monster truck and converted it to a diesel, he asked if I could help him find sponsorship for the truck if it came to our events. I told him I would help and we found the funding for him. Dave always called to ask what more he could do to make people satisfied with his performances. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYDYQ0gKyVG-o5iPpewuVtg7GN3jLqLuatdfyHmzT0T87wfdJpQb0cRXt3iH-P8ESvVgi1N12XtfsQ2eTGcW5ArQ3cQAGWiqWgfnwsF-Mm1T6Sq519ASIvcWoBCOSUtF8LSsP-XQaBDkijMpOhh5GHd1R-WW0Y_rob9Q4G_CUESdmwM_D5nQfKAaqLDA8/s3872/DSC_0014.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="3872" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYDYQ0gKyVG-o5iPpewuVtg7GN3jLqLuatdfyHmzT0T87wfdJpQb0cRXt3iH-P8ESvVgi1N12XtfsQ2eTGcW5ArQ3cQAGWiqWgfnwsF-Mm1T6Sq519ASIvcWoBCOSUtF8LSsP-XQaBDkijMpOhh5GHd1R-WW0Y_rob9Q4G_CUESdmwM_D5nQfKAaqLDA8/s320/DSC_0014.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Dave Radzierez will go down in diesel history as having the first diesel monster truck! <p></p><p>Dave later built better versions of the same truck and improved the suspensions, tires, power and appearances. As Dave did more shows and got involved in the monster truck circuits he could afford a new build truck and even designed newer systems for it. Dave was a innovative fabricator and builder of the trucks. He ended his monster truck career as the XDP monster truck performing at many events and making the crowd happy! He was considered one of the most talented drivers in the circuit.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp24Vy_aW4EoyK6y2mhHW1DAF-kDlwnBLM8uCysGhR6YRdJIJxXiIuT5aM7L966vYZrORHCrMrYawS5NuDtkItSQPZNj6gXwJRGvFQdrYXgypsvDnG6qqfpftqHLBQF_2birDbn4UM8kBqPAQsHZ7dSFtuwe3nArQVDnlxDOArXVd61q4NKx3AGD7Xw8M/s2712/DSC0260.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1984" data-original-width="2712" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp24Vy_aW4EoyK6y2mhHW1DAF-kDlwnBLM8uCysGhR6YRdJIJxXiIuT5aM7L966vYZrORHCrMrYawS5NuDtkItSQPZNj6gXwJRGvFQdrYXgypsvDnG6qqfpftqHLBQF_2birDbn4UM8kBqPAQsHZ7dSFtuwe3nArQVDnlxDOArXVd61q4NKx3AGD7Xw8M/s320/DSC0260.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbrfgCrnkf7w31KIKt-Wxrg7SrqL0hpaKm7XEKJ7cwM2Lozp_NPGW-cs31B38BqEh1QIFoJ84hvvCpksGjokbPJtWu3VDBsooER6TesGyNAoGcrQaklFHIcSOwXhnMise6vTjMKycZgD4r1HSl-Y6Ux5Awi5G7-XIaNP0Sce6gG8qOtGEISh3m6_dcqWQ/s806/429591574_801218598715560_7353770445573024115_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="806" data-original-width="806" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbrfgCrnkf7w31KIKt-Wxrg7SrqL0hpaKm7XEKJ7cwM2Lozp_NPGW-cs31B38BqEh1QIFoJ84hvvCpksGjokbPJtWu3VDBsooER6TesGyNAoGcrQaklFHIcSOwXhnMise6vTjMKycZgD4r1HSl-Y6Ux5Awi5G7-XIaNP0Sce6gG8qOtGEISh3m6_dcqWQ/s320/429591574_801218598715560_7353770445573024115_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Many of us have stories and memories surrounding the events and appearances at the shows. Not only myself but many can tell you never loan your car rental to Dave since no matter what vehicle it was he turned them into a race car. I remember in Alabama he was driving my rental and he missed the exit so he drove under the pass, cut across the median and went up the opposite lane exit in less then 2 seconds. Gene and myself screaming the entire way and all Dave could do was grin and tell us he didn't miss the exit. </p><p>Living life to the fullest I just talked to Dave last summer when I was in Pennsylvania and we talked for over an hour laughing about what we have done together over the years. We had made plans to do a couple of shows this year or help each other at the shows.</p><p>Many of us will miss Dave and his laughter when we are at shows this year! </p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-9496747335115913902024-02-28T09:17:00.000-08:002024-02-28T09:17:20.657-08:002024 Season Schedule is done so make your plans now!<p>DIESEL Motorsports has posted our schedule for the year which is listed below so make your Spring/Summer plans now! A number of new events with some date changes so make sure to check them out. As more tracks are starting to disappear because of suburban sprawl or economy it is more difficult to find proper facilities.</p><p>Different activities depends on the track/facility so make sure to check under the activities which changes per location. Many of our old events have stayed the same such as the popular East Coast Diesel Nationals at Numidia, PA with truck drag racing, pulling, dyno and show-n-shine competitions all day long!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7aYBFRblehC48hpxj3DpO3aSoq6XwMCktCq52nhr4OL_-bCjxInGLJEmmFnDXDyFZD2Qg9wLQ6tN9Q3B7Tf8piyFJ5beQKrZ3JU1ZjM16uBxsReQzns7GsLmOZYTXkrndr8XTDSl2OI-3vF08hUZCmZCdt3BdXzxI1epoT77iVvDJTHQPT_1jzZhH_kQ/s5664/DSC_0933.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3380" data-original-width="5664" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7aYBFRblehC48hpxj3DpO3aSoq6XwMCktCq52nhr4OL_-bCjxInGLJEmmFnDXDyFZD2Qg9wLQ6tN9Q3B7Tf8piyFJ5beQKrZ3JU1ZjM16uBxsReQzns7GsLmOZYTXkrndr8XTDSl2OI-3vF08hUZCmZCdt3BdXzxI1epoT77iVvDJTHQPT_1jzZhH_kQ/w400-h239/DSC_0933.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p>The long time Thunder in Muncie at the Gaston Lions Club Park since 2001 has moved dates and activities which now includes dirt drags, show-n-shine, sled pull and vendors in August on the 10th.</p><p>So make sure to check out each event with the clicks below.</p><p>Spring Horsepower Festival - Osborn MO May 11</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1056541812260674/?active_tab=discussion">https://www.facebook.com/events/1056541812260674/?active_tab=discussion</a></p><p><br /></p><p>WTF - Wapak Truck Festival - Wapakoneta OH - May 17/18</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/382511574183750/?active_tab=discussion">https://www.facebook.com/events/382511574183750/?active_tab=discussion</a></p><p><br /></p><p>East Coast Diesel Nationals - Numidia PA - June 22nd</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/733017582083671/?active_tab=discussion">https://www.facebook.com/events/733017582083671/?active_tab=discussion</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Thunder in Muncie - Gaston Lions Club Park - August 10th</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1871245219958839/?active_tab=discussion">https://www.facebook.com/events/1871245219958839/?active_tab=discussion</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Horsepower Festival Fall - Eddyville Dragway IA - Sept 21</p><p><br /></p><p>Route 66 Performance Expo - Cowan Event Center Lebanon MO October 12th</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Sponsors for 2024 - </b></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM9szbJHBII2X5MHqQSR3DKf1hyphenhyphen24VTNowGqBGffJ8cW42S8OokV99ph1i6yfHctL68lO5CTqyQc4bEefjKYYEqJiwYbJ4-6b_oslO-WTQIgtQn0Lpb11RaSkksaHm8QWIn1CTRFXHTXn9ZpOywubACH93V3BQBquSt0nDaaPr13maBxiC3L4EfqNr9RI/s7200/DMbanner24.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3600" data-original-width="7200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM9szbJHBII2X5MHqQSR3DKf1hyphenhyphen24VTNowGqBGffJ8cW42S8OokV99ph1i6yfHctL68lO5CTqyQc4bEefjKYYEqJiwYbJ4-6b_oslO-WTQIgtQn0Lpb11RaSkksaHm8QWIn1CTRFXHTXn9ZpOywubACH93V3BQBquSt0nDaaPr13maBxiC3L4EfqNr9RI/w640-h320/DMbanner24.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-45020919539457527892023-12-12T12:58:00.000-08:002023-12-12T12:58:15.613-08:00PRI Show 2023 - DIESEL Motorsports - what did we see?<p>Performance Race Industry Show 2023 is in the books so how did Diesel Motorsports do at this event and what did I see for results?</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmWABpVwO3AFnlI-YlIG-0ZCq6k2ZC0YwGu0VpXxqyNJUiY3p9tuCjhmpPL2LJmzTep4B1iGpPyNaPTDE3O5TrGrGhpilaXM6pDxecBMW5HB1hLf7x389a2lOv6qGkklBm9khoES6OaFM9bpB2YO_Z7gJYAfN1uOw8NT5QX6EeHobzbwAXK0FOt72SBns/s1440/IMG_2654.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1440" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmWABpVwO3AFnlI-YlIG-0ZCq6k2ZC0YwGu0VpXxqyNJUiY3p9tuCjhmpPL2LJmzTep4B1iGpPyNaPTDE3O5TrGrGhpilaXM6pDxecBMW5HB1hLf7x389a2lOv6qGkklBm9khoES6OaFM9bpB2YO_Z7gJYAfN1uOw8NT5QX6EeHobzbwAXK0FOt72SBns/s320/IMG_2654.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p>As far as attendance it was up and pretty much back to normal levels for Thursday and Friday pre-covid. Saturday was lighter most likely from people going out on Friday evening but still not bad. </p><p>As far as the quality of the people coming by the booth it was quite encouraging and very positive for our sport. A lot more diesel businesses and manufacturers were present this year. When we started coming in 2009 DIESEL Motorsports was the only representation in the show and was for many years.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEF84sxcm1fd3jebdVRP7z6nIjeEAi_x6bhMjFD8rNLgFVu87AREOYzDWbgk2QVceZTK6FnSaGEmSzJoyIyHmMS1H_ftioPxMNKa-g29QdLSIH9esTHOMYyt8rQZdaNhTblWa_KR7Mw13i1lcG6llnC_NcSH8C8b6WNqduq5-oAE_u-TEVZOAUgABRP-E/s4032/IMG_2638.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEF84sxcm1fd3jebdVRP7z6nIjeEAi_x6bhMjFD8rNLgFVu87AREOYzDWbgk2QVceZTK6FnSaGEmSzJoyIyHmMS1H_ftioPxMNKa-g29QdLSIH9esTHOMYyt8rQZdaNhTblWa_KR7Mw13i1lcG6llnC_NcSH8C8b6WNqduq5-oAE_u-TEVZOAUgABRP-E/s320/IMG_2638.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Glad to see so many different motorsports and performance groups gather at the show to discuss business. including the startup of the EPIC engine building series by AERA magazine (Mahle, Total Seal Rings, etc) the day before PRI. I attended it and saw many old faces from the past attending the seminars which lasted all day. Very good information including question sessions for the experts, more diesel engine builders should attend this.<p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVb_-QcTAIrATwKktMA_bYeHeJhKFcLl3-xUTmZLajagEFqUJ45vTviZ0oKRCjl1OsJcliGPSMYqxYozy_-FiPgDsf0rXVRGYd50sLoO5FEGKulAADAI3vtu6v0eIBYoCNlbjZsZZyFIQcZtn7aJSM6PrYXL1nlwTpQoaM7p0RujfkSDgufLoYVJaw7vU/s4032/IMG_2658.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVb_-QcTAIrATwKktMA_bYeHeJhKFcLl3-xUTmZLajagEFqUJ45vTviZ0oKRCjl1OsJcliGPSMYqxYozy_-FiPgDsf0rXVRGYd50sLoO5FEGKulAADAI3vtu6v0eIBYoCNlbjZsZZyFIQcZtn7aJSM6PrYXL1nlwTpQoaM7p0RujfkSDgufLoYVJaw7vU/s320/IMG_2658.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQyEXRQQC0mhyGHZKxnEvgwERUzTw1f1Ja7lX3IS6YbxGT9tk6BM0Dj-arF-W202GCVWlhapLqhlppa2su1IdSmh_kjlLtz_EDccWjP4_oCYyEYTVcdpXo-x3ANXNPUeG_6sfjjj6vUxvBDRdtjE1rSk0qHldb61vt3lwzdiTlndVzFQDSO9b9Gqs1hg/s4032/IMG_2653.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQyEXRQQC0mhyGHZKxnEvgwERUzTw1f1Ja7lX3IS6YbxGT9tk6BM0Dj-arF-W202GCVWlhapLqhlppa2su1IdSmh_kjlLtz_EDccWjP4_oCYyEYTVcdpXo-x3ANXNPUeG_6sfjjj6vUxvBDRdtjE1rSk0qHldb61vt3lwzdiTlndVzFQDSO9b9Gqs1hg/s320/IMG_2653.jpg" width="240" /></a></p><p>I was especially happy to hear new SEMA/PRI president announce separation from all government agencies at the PRI breakfast! We do not need to let the fox in the henhouse! I have been telling them that for over 10 years! Performance and motorsports is Americana and part of our industry, plus a multi-billion dollar business many of us depend on for a living. </p><p>You could tell by the business being done in the building how big our industry has become in sooo many different factions of motorsports. </p><p>DIESEL Motorsports had many new tracks and venues stop by and wanted to arrange for new shows, plus many new companies wanting to do business with us. 2024 will be our 17th year in operation making us the oldest sanctioning body for diesel pickups and motorsports.</p><p>Finally people are coming back to shows not afraid of the virus or other fears the media has used to keep people bottled up. The downtown area was hopping all three nights and people getting to visit with each other about our industry.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGZHvxqDhCUPGo9pj03gfUB-n8TldQO4HqCqmULRvmz1TSTLNQOkKP_sDkZYEa5K1yzOTOKjb9ds7yPZZ3jtJ4wVfg1EydZa8WpdNolxxY6ruyzR4sHO_59GTP9qyBtKdZ4C4jE0dr4eb6Ska7m_ZHZ5GoRJeYTUYbrBaTMjJX48HmVi40e7Yb40ETQXM/s4032/IMG_2672.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGZHvxqDhCUPGo9pj03gfUB-n8TldQO4HqCqmULRvmz1TSTLNQOkKP_sDkZYEa5K1yzOTOKjb9ds7yPZZ3jtJ4wVfg1EydZa8WpdNolxxY6ruyzR4sHO_59GTP9qyBtKdZ4C4jE0dr4eb6Ska7m_ZHZ5GoRJeYTUYbrBaTMjJX48HmVi40e7Yb40ETQXM/s320/IMG_2672.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>I talked to many new faces and old in the industry over the two days about upcoming years and business in those years. Yes, it is work, but work we enjoy standing on your feet for over 12 hours and talking with people. </p><p>Many award banquets are held during the show which we attended as many as we could but time is always an issue. Even our own sponsor ARP won the top SEMA MPMC award for the year, way to go Chris Raschke! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrTbouHcs45XZbDyAP9Q208LsGv6xGawvUooaSFHBj9iDgbNMZJSso-ft-Jldabuw1VEsgd3GbFQxvggcRWoTWoggeX0QBM3pu2mnnoL4ptSZthHT57nVBO6IU_f3U6nfrYt2Py9Bx4HmDWWSV9Wmc9kITs005Pn5JFEeYZGst-7PYrccB5nPuDpRuGvc/s4032/IMG_2662.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrTbouHcs45XZbDyAP9Q208LsGv6xGawvUooaSFHBj9iDgbNMZJSso-ft-Jldabuw1VEsgd3GbFQxvggcRWoTWoggeX0QBM3pu2mnnoL4ptSZthHT57nVBO6IU_f3U6nfrYt2Py9Bx4HmDWWSV9Wmc9kITs005Pn5JFEeYZGst-7PYrccB5nPuDpRuGvc/s320/IMG_2662.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Looking forward to the 2024 PRI Show! </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinrYypJN5PIs25CvBQLGUzrWTAaq4bOelmYcVD74MJcq2RYYInkaoT4oqomSgqjhQixoEm9V7NNjcrGkQS7sAPWrov5V5BmzCrFrKo8U792byMgqm95YT41nZe2vbGBSjUvV0tMMgCezAppT8D4W0xiVvd5ihmVik2p_c2my3K6ki1uzgmXJ5BZt4JOwc/s4032/IMG_2665.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinrYypJN5PIs25CvBQLGUzrWTAaq4bOelmYcVD74MJcq2RYYInkaoT4oqomSgqjhQixoEm9V7NNjcrGkQS7sAPWrov5V5BmzCrFrKo8U792byMgqm95YT41nZe2vbGBSjUvV0tMMgCezAppT8D4W0xiVvd5ihmVik2p_c2my3K6ki1uzgmXJ5BZt4JOwc/s320/IMG_2665.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-86077739095054803822023-11-07T09:07:00.000-08:002023-11-07T09:07:13.786-08:00AAPEX 2023 Review - DIESEL Motorsports! <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">I spent the first day at AAPEX (Tuesday) and into the evening at company VIP parties. AAPEX is quite different than SEMA, we used to call it the hard parts and fluid show. However, it is far from that today! Many companies have booths at both shows but the direction at AAPEX is all business for mass buying into chain stores or service centers on an international level.</span></div><p></p><p>There are many companies you would recognize there from the box stores such as Peak, Valvoline, Interstate Batteries, Mahle, CRC, StaBil, and many more! A lot of smaller companies looking to sell to the larger chain stores are there including, yes, foreign companies by country. </p><p>A different atmosphere is at the AAPEX show, business dress is expected for meetings with usually the decision makers of the companies. You need to have meetings setup with the right people in order to get business done at this show.</p><p>It is fun to look at the many different part options for hard parts and fluids at this show! Many new innovative options are available including many new fluids that make a mechanics life easier. </p><p>I looked at CRC's EvapoRust product which literally dissolves rust on all metal surfaces, a huge have to get for mechanics tearing apart older trucks and re-fabricating them. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7XplheuqGIpIloE-9e36xj_nKxZi3cteW-WBf2QudsB2CvLrHrwe79hyif5vRTISCJNPYrWGSK2RWYVygyEtgfCCUXgmLRCm4icrNCHfFUfA9yzqPnaYnzu8FaVNxAhzpmU_JQxwH-SnXj-owvrdY1Cnh_SRz_g33H0A_6dYAxFEWZgLmH-xD65NaxXk/s4032/jtOk30yuTHeaxPxh2Q7aCA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7XplheuqGIpIloE-9e36xj_nKxZi3cteW-WBf2QudsB2CvLrHrwe79hyif5vRTISCJNPYrWGSK2RWYVygyEtgfCCUXgmLRCm4icrNCHfFUfA9yzqPnaYnzu8FaVNxAhzpmU_JQxwH-SnXj-owvrdY1Cnh_SRz_g33H0A_6dYAxFEWZgLmH-xD65NaxXk/s320/jtOk30yuTHeaxPxh2Q7aCA.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Off to the side I sat down to rest at a small booth and found new brake pads and rotors for our HD trucks that are far superior to OEM equipment! NewTek which is headquartered only 15 minutes from my office. Again you never know what you are going to find at AAPEX.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIOVALSlCb8-TUszoDKwfPZ_8ryZVxZxYcKKVZiZR3npAIIEAKuG6kQVh3srPzH6QOwzGfcztbSkqs5w2G7s0aSauv7AvcOjhOkeC2dcdWxr7xj20t7nJCyUO-Ga7uo33p14y19bJABH4gdTqsbYEW25bBTpZiTVq4asn6KhzkcTRSIxVCiBDP8a7TKjg/s4032/+Xiucqu4SnqTvER29HD71g.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIOVALSlCb8-TUszoDKwfPZ_8ryZVxZxYcKKVZiZR3npAIIEAKuG6kQVh3srPzH6QOwzGfcztbSkqs5w2G7s0aSauv7AvcOjhOkeC2dcdWxr7xj20t7nJCyUO-Ga7uo33p14y19bJABH4gdTqsbYEW25bBTpZiTVq4asn6KhzkcTRSIxVCiBDP8a7TKjg/s320/+Xiucqu4SnqTvER29HD71g.jpg" width="320" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-sFSz3ps4F8ibsYmNfnyv8qyNC_lG2pyjbKfmb_TitROOmoBHfawflsT7zFBUKchZi73xw9AV2qB_JmkCc2O53x54OQeSW_Rw9WX4a0TUarifkAa3l3TpxqkWvPo-9-0cT7r0aBF8A8NA9yVouNbnl6Eg21VbnN0IC3Hh5PGEVTFUs3abDvbPrq_MF0M/s4032/CqWGTLHnTj6dgbn2PizbgA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-sFSz3ps4F8ibsYmNfnyv8qyNC_lG2pyjbKfmb_TitROOmoBHfawflsT7zFBUKchZi73xw9AV2qB_JmkCc2O53x54OQeSW_Rw9WX4a0TUarifkAa3l3TpxqkWvPo-9-0cT7r0aBF8A8NA9yVouNbnl6Eg21VbnN0IC3Hh5PGEVTFUs3abDvbPrq_MF0M/s320/CqWGTLHnTj6dgbn2PizbgA.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /></div></div><p><br /></p>I attended the MAHLE VIP Dealer Give-away which was a 1000 hp Corvette or a Crawler JEEP to their best dealer among many of their top management and dealers. Awarded with some of the top racers in the country such as John Force and Clay Milican among many others.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwYsWycjTWeWPzXy30YgafK6u2FRfKm8PyZDITSLtaJoOyxFnFNZf4I7ydBSOJhzZ5pGwCcYbyBS6oR1Q35CA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg30DQxtpUlhEzK1vVGxU_tnzgAqcNyPT04nBnaEdE8A6X6DPdSGm65Hkv5xKmOOleCRdBAc7UOeA38IUpHiCCGzdGa0Jv8SvD_abAqvHbH8iz8oZaA8P6A14orSD91HhPOSE2YCxe569yZQLJjquwxg7pKlvxipVoCmzco_zD2-pCkMdeE1Jpl3g9Y7hA/s4032/3aSzpXQ6SQSXsfPkH8BtQQ.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg30DQxtpUlhEzK1vVGxU_tnzgAqcNyPT04nBnaEdE8A6X6DPdSGm65Hkv5xKmOOleCRdBAc7UOeA38IUpHiCCGzdGa0Jv8SvD_abAqvHbH8iz8oZaA8P6A14orSD91HhPOSE2YCxe569yZQLJjquwxg7pKlvxipVoCmzco_zD2-pCkMdeE1Jpl3g9Y7hA/s320/3aSzpXQ6SQSXsfPkH8BtQQ.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>Later I visited Alliant Power to view their new products and met with many new people there including some old friends who they just hired from Diamond Advantage. Later they invited me to their VIP reception where I got to see some diesel shops/distributors I have not seen in years because of COVID. Always good to see people from the beginning of our DIESEL Motorsports years!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipb29lsCrMMI7Afx8K_Eb9Gqkvsze64Ax4wBusIcsSCz5W3MH9aWpj6shUXZKXMYdIfm6H7CAKZN9tvaoZAX2iMmnhaiSlZYVCtnKIQfAYg2TqPsP7WOTKE6xqnY5abCKuvZTu8fLKCJI-dLnMIRVQ1mFmGlBm8nn2d4hNzY1psOxpPeT3QOAiT1lMGs4/s4032/EdtNxmqmQmCBNlbcGwUC3w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipb29lsCrMMI7Afx8K_Eb9Gqkvsze64Ax4wBusIcsSCz5W3MH9aWpj6shUXZKXMYdIfm6H7CAKZN9tvaoZAX2iMmnhaiSlZYVCtnKIQfAYg2TqPsP7WOTKE6xqnY5abCKuvZTu8fLKCJI-dLnMIRVQ1mFmGlBm8nn2d4hNzY1psOxpPeT3QOAiT1lMGs4/s320/EdtNxmqmQmCBNlbcGwUC3w.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /></div><p></p><p>It was a very productive day at AAPEX seeing many new products that would help our diesel/gas HD pickup markets along with some very nice people. I did go downstairs to visit the Joe's Garage! A little disappointing to tell you the truth, it did not replicate any garage I know but they had a few vehicles setup with companies pushing their electronic monitoring devices. I thought it would be a real garage setting with problem solving accredited mechanics working on vehicles. </p><p>I have to say more people were at the AAPEX show than at the SEMA show if you are measuring all day attendance - very busy!</p><p>Always a pleasure to come to this show and view what many of us see at the box stores with many different products of hard parts and fluids. The displays and people working the booths are truly there to inform you of their products and/or services.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-4613648609561247902023-11-06T09:16:00.000-08:002023-11-06T09:16:33.863-08:00SEMA/AAPEX 2023 Review - DIESEL Motorsports!<p>Every year people who can not go to SEMA/AAPEX ask me how it went and what I saw at the show. Especially since they had to close down during the COVID years!</p><p>I have gone for many years and have experienced the days of glory of the auto aftermarket over the years. Saying that everything changes and sometimes for the better or worse depending on your view. Nothing remains the same.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6z-xWRIWME0eB4l-ZDJT4v620JrglCO_U8_p5yLmIOt2US_jVZo5AwTQ0ujS1MRcOFFsqd7K3PWJqBDcptwNFj9AwV0k0kJqX0Wy7Vzaq1wwAqIppiIg3xLlqLsaJOb0pXMCcF6FIghcLBb9o9URVVbicoA2x2-ucc-1py3atpoDEqLi2r5EwHhJ8qY8/s4032/7LuMAwKqTQWhIEx9jxt%25GA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6z-xWRIWME0eB4l-ZDJT4v620JrglCO_U8_p5yLmIOt2US_jVZo5AwTQ0ujS1MRcOFFsqd7K3PWJqBDcptwNFj9AwV0k0kJqX0Wy7Vzaq1wwAqIppiIg3xLlqLsaJOb0pXMCcF6FIghcLBb9o9URVVbicoA2x2-ucc-1py3atpoDEqLi2r5EwHhJ8qY8/w387-h290/7LuMAwKqTQWhIEx9jxt%25GA.jpg" width="387" /></a></div><p>2023 did not disappoint! Is it the same as 1997, 2007 or 2015? No way but after the Covid stall it was a success for both shows. The industry needs the show - period.</p><p>I always go on Monday while the vehicles and companies are still moving in and setting up for the show so I can get full view shots of the trucks without people in the way. Too bad SEMA won't let us media in early to get the shots of vehicles indoors on Mondays but they do let us in 30 minutes early every morning. Once the show opens it is very hard to get shots of the special vehicles.</p><p>The SEMA show has become somewhat of a world wide car/truck show for the best builds in the country with many of the top builders showing their wares. Inside is what i want to see which is the newest products from all of the manufacturers. So many companies have now combined into one corporation investment but it does give you their products under one banner. This makes the number of booths smaller since they all used to purchase single booths.</p><p>Saying that SEMA has filled the spots with new companies and manufacturers. New products are good and some are small so you would never see them unless you came to the show. Unique products for automotive aftermarket is good for our industry giving the performance geeks a chance to design and fabricate better than the OEMs on different model vehicles.</p><p>It is what makes America great! Out think the other guy and how to make it better for our vehicles. The big 3 obviously hate this since they are no longer part of the show (in any big way)! </p><p>I was surprised to see so many foreign companies represented at the shows and many could not even speak english thus making them useless other than collecting their monies for being there. However, the direction of making SEMA a world event has been transforming for many years so not totally surprised.</p><p>A great time to see many people in the industry I have not seen in a few years because of COVID. Always good to network at the show and talk shop with some of the industries brightest people. They all come to one place and that is SEMA. </p><p>Now as far as the trucks go it seems the new look for show is not performance but looks. The lifted trucks diesel or gas have very detailed fabricated lift kits that are beautiful plus very large wheels and tires. Many had custom wraps with very nice designs and companies represented on them. It's all in the details that set these trucks apart and the older trucks had some great performance adds to them.</p><p>Did I go to the BIG SEMA concerts afterwards, no I did not so I can not report on them. I am there for business with many companies and walk over 6 miles a day seeing them so I am pretty wore out to stay for a concert. From what I saw they had some great acts coming.</p><p>Photo Link: SEMA 23 </p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.725524559608995&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.725524559608995&type=3</a></p><p><br /></p><p>AAPEX review coming tomorrow in my blog so revisit tomorrow.</p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-61959742606889354192023-10-15T11:11:00.002-07:002023-10-15T11:13:21.782-07:00DIESEL Motorsports the longest sanctioning body for diesel pickups!<p> DIESEL Motorsports started in the fall of 2007 as National Association of DIESEL Motorsports as members left the earliest DHRA which started in 2001!</p><p>People and companies have come and gone in the industry along with many directions for the industry. DIESEL Motorsports has honored many in our "Hall of Fame" but remember many competitors and people who have built the business throughout the years.</p><p>The setbacks have been many from not only the government but mainly from the OEM's and even people in our own industry. DIESEL Motorsports continues to add value to manufacturers and jobber shops by building the business from the drivetrain up to final trucks. </p><p>People are keeping their trucks longer so people want them repaired in order to keep them running longer plus the new trucks are well over $70k new!</p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm0jnODuQQlT5UVuxFFR3kWr1Of8P-juN_AJqEkK05gJdQ-4vk00KpYZBNF2FoVi1gu83Rb8-Zgt4ptRkubHZnlogYBV5NKF_E-JkEo14rvQ35YYpsGYPAVUIkf3SC4cHpkH9zH7NxpohveRFKdAXhHUXTvhtpAA1BeZK9DNp8nwMqPFpnt7uuvrEVCIw/s2840/_DSC3230.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2840" data-original-width="2703" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm0jnODuQQlT5UVuxFFR3kWr1Of8P-juN_AJqEkK05gJdQ-4vk00KpYZBNF2FoVi1gu83Rb8-Zgt4ptRkubHZnlogYBV5NKF_E-JkEo14rvQ35YYpsGYPAVUIkf3SC4cHpkH9zH7NxpohveRFKdAXhHUXTvhtpAA1BeZK9DNp8nwMqPFpnt7uuvrEVCIw/s320/_DSC3230.JPG" width="305" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Rebuilding our enthusiasts trucks have been a booming business that is growing so fast many can not keep up with parts and service because of demand. Believe me it's a good problem to have in our automotive aftermarket business.</p><p>Covid changed everything in our automotive business which includes the diesel industry, more demand for work vehicles to perform daily because services are behind on work. The performance is still there but the shops have to be careful what they work on with fear of being turned in to the agencies. </p><p>That is why so many have focused on the maintenance segment of the market where the demand is high right now. Our events some years ago made adjustments based on what the jobber shops were wanting for their customers. Customers come to our events and participate and then hit the shops for improvements or breakage.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0ncfa9FAThPZ6fRjQD0tpCahO6Uapwp6v0DhNM-HA2sji0e4Annp6hgkax7fjj6Gpukzl4T8MA4-vWfEIz0lRuC2kZXlk3250PxRfSwX0R-QgkhLbnZ4k6m0Pp_J5f2d4khoww7QtPTyYTXGvDVLTqfFigHyc-H1Nof8ayIFUGAuIbcfxy2xPxL3rSXg/s3000/IMG_5979.JPG.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="3000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0ncfa9FAThPZ6fRjQD0tpCahO6Uapwp6v0DhNM-HA2sji0e4Annp6hgkax7fjj6Gpukzl4T8MA4-vWfEIz0lRuC2kZXlk3250PxRfSwX0R-QgkhLbnZ4k6m0Pp_J5f2d4khoww7QtPTyYTXGvDVLTqfFigHyc-H1Nof8ayIFUGAuIbcfxy2xPxL3rSXg/s320/IMG_5979.JPG.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The marketplace changes about every 4-5 years so you can imagine the research we do in order to keep ahead of it. I guess that is why we will be celebrating our 17 year coming up! The past 2 years DIESEL Motorsports has been careful about publishing for obvious reasons but i see the EV craze starting to settle down when they have figured it is harder than they thought.</p><p>I already knew this because of research in the global industry of supplying batteries along with electrical demands. DIESEL Motorsports will continue to grow because the units are required to service the public and demand of transportation.</p><p>Today's modern diesel engine is so much more sophisticated than the ones from the early 2000s! Thus making the demand for parts and service at an all time high. As a shop keep educated on the new systems and available parts from many different avenues.</p><p>That is the main reason I have gone to SEMA/AAPEX for over 30 years, it's not to display, it's to do research for our industry! </p><p>There is only one original DIESEL Motorsports even though people use our name all of the time for recognition! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6pdpyD6tqfcdFPPItRqmttbXpM7BQBnSoMo-8FXWyCH1_K-vfStYC29CEAq7b_whnBQ3eov9TuWBEZbQTXn19CCv5QsfxluWpDMHSj_s8QqMWISdky7l3LFgTAWu_w9YzYpX1OgI3OT0XfADkrYCLQcnUuF66hforeLWobE0SkDFq2R0KNM-jJSC_95Q/s1862/DMLOGO.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="1862" height="124" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6pdpyD6tqfcdFPPItRqmttbXpM7BQBnSoMo-8FXWyCH1_K-vfStYC29CEAq7b_whnBQ3eov9TuWBEZbQTXn19CCv5QsfxluWpDMHSj_s8QqMWISdky7l3LFgTAWu_w9YzYpX1OgI3OT0XfADkrYCLQcnUuF66hforeLWobE0SkDFq2R0KNM-jJSC_95Q/w503-h124/DMLOGO.jpg" width="503" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-83541247783289870162023-08-02T07:59:00.006-07:002023-08-02T08:28:15.479-07:00Thunder in Muncie - 22 years later! DIESEL Motorsports<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"> Back in 2001 diesel pickup trucks could not run on the drag strips or pull at the county fairs. The originator of a diesel race association was Eric McBride of the DHRA (Diesel Hot Rod Association 2001-2008) started it all at the Gaston Lions Club Park in Indiana. We have kept the event alive and running taking it over in 2009 until 2019 when Covid hit and they shut down the park.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">While shut down the Lion's Club did major improvements to the park with new track, club house, lights, sound system and grandstands. They continue to make improvements every year so we came back this year to hold the event again. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif-8oUr2l-rS4b9BZOfk2RAhG46JuoaOTNjtUW0MuoH3sOrmf3ihLjbd8BQvcg2mG1QT8fajH_IVig_dKMvtg_f9SkUn2PgsdP7A13uEvCtLFvFdbmMr5HxSXZKXOVjHiQ2USl32c1SCnMUv0EjalLuGLqyLQo603YtqRm1qwCuwUMUKPlDgUvTkrrctc/s4400/IMG_6924.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2933" data-original-width="4400" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif-8oUr2l-rS4b9BZOfk2RAhG46JuoaOTNjtUW0MuoH3sOrmf3ihLjbd8BQvcg2mG1QT8fajH_IVig_dKMvtg_f9SkUn2PgsdP7A13uEvCtLFvFdbmMr5HxSXZKXOVjHiQ2USl32c1SCnMUv0EjalLuGLqyLQo603YtqRm1qwCuwUMUKPlDgUvTkrrctc/s320/IMG_6924.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Unfortunately Thunder in Muncie had plenty of thunder and storms with 80 mph winds and a 1.5 inch rain Friday night. This set us back a couple of hours on Saturday redoing the track removing the mud. The Lions Club did a great job of giving us a great track for dirt drags and sled pulling for the day! It took them about four hours to rework the dirt track but we got the event done.</span></p><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The positive of the storms it replaced the 100+ degree days with 90% humidity with a cooler day of 80 degrees and 40 % humidity. It was a beautiful all day with lots of sun and many smiles from people with their trucks.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The truck show had some great entries with beautiful builds with a few gasser models thrown into the bunch. The Best of Show for trucks is a young man who brought this 2001 Ram to the show ten years ago with rust spots so big in it you could put your fists through them. He has now rebuilt this truck to a SEMA quality truck with custom engine rebuild from local Haisley Machine and E&M Fabrication which includes a $12,000 paint job. It is a beauty that anyone would be proud of in the show circuit. The Best of Show for the Car category went to a young man who bought a burned out Jeep and rebuilt from the ground up using a 4BT Cummins as the drive train with complete custom fabrication on the body, bumpers and interior.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Ay26QpALzA7UNDKgya247bdobCk97Y4xlJZtKawbynRSKU39n8lBtTyOz8HQ83l57wOM3jDjqWhvIgGCiKsjUJ-KgRf3PzrJ6cMum0TS50_1Sops_pIf-IZrUeIKkLbheX7faoCR4jRe90C2s9HeEeGcEyZHS0roUsjaDs9fh5T3MH00uYwoQemr9Hw/s4185/IMG_7030.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2790" data-original-width="4185" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Ay26QpALzA7UNDKgya247bdobCk97Y4xlJZtKawbynRSKU39n8lBtTyOz8HQ83l57wOM3jDjqWhvIgGCiKsjUJ-KgRf3PzrJ6cMum0TS50_1Sops_pIf-IZrUeIKkLbheX7faoCR4jRe90C2s9HeEeGcEyZHS0roUsjaDs9fh5T3MH00uYwoQemr9Hw/s320/IMG_7030.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9wnDl2KkBzkrJ161TRak-6hBP9EG0yNJjPa3uHf3H6Rm0rPEK5b4ehzjVHONknUzQ9dXH5DrPRx5qADgZT9TVX4iC5CvpwhRzHZVVtz03LxAAoQt2Iw9eab-pDfAcZ892Q70p8qT52obzk0JwQCzaK0SEXf2omPUkLaQKynvFATcOlKu6YuowYlI8EC8/s4465/IMG_7070.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2977" data-original-width="4465" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9wnDl2KkBzkrJ161TRak-6hBP9EG0yNJjPa3uHf3H6Rm0rPEK5b4ehzjVHONknUzQ9dXH5DrPRx5qADgZT9TVX4iC5CvpwhRzHZVVtz03LxAAoQt2Iw9eab-pDfAcZ892Q70p8qT52obzk0JwQCzaK0SEXf2omPUkLaQKynvFATcOlKu6YuowYlI8EC8/s320/IMG_7070.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlUt8lZSCqNxb9E8Sx3OUp78Dz-i3hZqfIu2JFuvWl7byjhmj5DRWjjNQ13ARDAGFruHctBPN-WUYSlC9w2pqqEBm-o5vnTbDAPheSbbXF9Ov3jaDW-L2V-QirJZSPwTgMRfNMj1ZZGgtWsI8ZsC_S3B56F2_mxngFQCucstJVom1j76W7-o_kVpfN6J4/s4928/DSC_0046.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlUt8lZSCqNxb9E8Sx3OUp78Dz-i3hZqfIu2JFuvWl7byjhmj5DRWjjNQ13ARDAGFruHctBPN-WUYSlC9w2pqqEBm-o5vnTbDAPheSbbXF9Ov3jaDW-L2V-QirJZSPwTgMRfNMj1ZZGgtWsI8ZsC_S3B56F2_mxngFQCucstJVom1j76W7-o_kVpfN6J4/s320/DSC_0046.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Make sure to look through the photo links at some of these builds, some of the best I have seen in quite a few years including the Best Worktruck with custom fabrication for every tool you can imagine.</span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The dirt drags was sanctioned by KOi Dirt Drags which I have met this year. They supply the race tree with sensors for the track and times. They ran on a 230 ft track with plenty of shutdown in front of them. This was delayed about 2 hours because of the rain received the previous night because it took the crew that long to make the track suitable for today's activities. Any other group would have called it quits with big puddles of mud everywhere but the pros at the Lions Club Park made it work for us.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf19VInn3GX1NFtOuWxa1g5B5zDHat-adMjPVYj_lS_8-6RyM_FQQM0Ay32wRTTmjV_kkMRlMcdorw7R7TU27wD-mBA72ZeePIa63l74dQ9Rzy78d92mxVTYUB2P6yYOHHMY7hFk6W22yj-wJx8c5ef8R0Wcv_FOG6N7FwfojJlymvkS8zxxrEmnyFRLQ/s3933/IMG_7577.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2622" data-original-width="3933" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf19VInn3GX1NFtOuWxa1g5B5zDHat-adMjPVYj_lS_8-6RyM_FQQM0Ay32wRTTmjV_kkMRlMcdorw7R7TU27wD-mBA72ZeePIa63l74dQ9Rzy78d92mxVTYUB2P6yYOHHMY7hFk6W22yj-wJx8c5ef8R0Wcv_FOG6N7FwfojJlymvkS8zxxrEmnyFRLQ/s320/IMG_7577.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Run after run the trucks ran through elimination for over 3 hours ending with a the most powerful trucks taking the wins. As you can see from the photos the takeoff is where they accelerate the most for the wins. Lots of power in such a short distance, many reaching 60-70 mph! </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkgmajSNyMufqgn5jjJfykexaq_eaQjNZHQ3smvCXjwOAzaMnplstsQLuqU1kRa51r-As_wdsuM5p5atjl3C6ulBvIA90a3jupdV3Uw22v3CgRriwZDTVS3ZWOi5qfgLVeBORiAvRW8mjN1czHqX86Ge0oU7_akGhFrpCGaGgORCNqEgBgnKcKKr_j6i0/s4500/IMG_7750.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4500" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkgmajSNyMufqgn5jjJfykexaq_eaQjNZHQ3smvCXjwOAzaMnplstsQLuqU1kRa51r-As_wdsuM5p5atjl3C6ulBvIA90a3jupdV3Uw22v3CgRriwZDTVS3ZWOi5qfgLVeBORiAvRW8mjN1czHqX86Ge0oU7_akGhFrpCGaGgORCNqEgBgnKcKKr_j6i0/s320/IMG_7750.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Up next was the sled pulling which again was delayed so the track crew could rework the track for pulling. Nobody knows how much weather can effect an event more than the track crew and of course the promoters knowing it will get done.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih_pkK8gAU4vpcp6FMMGoVGwF1r8zpFd7sZLu1bMqs9RS9caBJ_UiugPfHK3QquTSG6E_7L5dYuuf7vag-MQUG8gYLyg17YQsZPpyq9lQjVSNBicpb424v_DxqNb2NlYR6sslm9B13Fr57MQSfSr7YXddQQ9DKYTX2cuXOR52e7317bsp02o2wOrN9uLY/s4235/IMG_8011.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2823" data-original-width="4235" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih_pkK8gAU4vpcp6FMMGoVGwF1r8zpFd7sZLu1bMqs9RS9caBJ_UiugPfHK3QquTSG6E_7L5dYuuf7vag-MQUG8gYLyg17YQsZPpyq9lQjVSNBicpb424v_DxqNb2NlYR6sslm9B13Fr57MQSfSr7YXddQQ9DKYTX2cuXOR52e7317bsp02o2wOrN9uLY/s320/IMG_8011.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></span><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Starting out with tractors helped the track with lots of weight and big tires plus they put on a good show. The King of the Hill tractors came from local pullers who go down the track going up to 15 mph! Followed by Hot Farm tractor class and a couple of large exhibition tractors. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRXSoysUPWtZJgurLpCVU9QAwV-SVwiWrDb2HjK8_syvtmmfBmoY-KCyNHXD_uqqBOw4geAk5BKNlzKRc_PxV0zeyJX5BJprjnZhiRsXeFooT3TAErp-kcbEVIziRWRZAxS3UeVWTZFPxo6jkqJ2ShEjnkGX5fZ8FsmF0OE6kZOp3z6ktrQFFoV1vhuwg/s4500/IMG_8272.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4500" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRXSoysUPWtZJgurLpCVU9QAwV-SVwiWrDb2HjK8_syvtmmfBmoY-KCyNHXD_uqqBOw4geAk5BKNlzKRc_PxV0zeyJX5BJprjnZhiRsXeFooT3TAErp-kcbEVIziRWRZAxS3UeVWTZFPxo6jkqJ2ShEjnkGX5fZ8FsmF0OE6kZOp3z6ktrQFFoV1vhuwg/s320/IMG_8272.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The pull for the trucks started with pure stock trucks and progressed into Hot Street Trucks with high power pulling the sled. See if you can see in the link photos the puller who had his favorite dog riding in the passenger seat (everyone cheered for him)!</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoavPhQ3e8hwKPFjixGXMiZMP1_h-PTPChRgg2NjMF7pdLFY1gDDAL-jN2BFG_t7qzguE-ACcFkFIWBTn4c85_t4NY59883oxWV7CeV8WMPb0tySV68vc8v1ZtHpbEbKc34B0za_guOgty5kx9UMXwJ016TlOUq0YUmFtHCwz4pAItH5-Im6zlIliYYw/s4423/IMG_8419.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2949" data-original-width="4423" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEoavPhQ3e8hwKPFjixGXMiZMP1_h-PTPChRgg2NjMF7pdLFY1gDDAL-jN2BFG_t7qzguE-ACcFkFIWBTn4c85_t4NY59883oxWV7CeV8WMPb0tySV68vc8v1ZtHpbEbKc34B0za_guOgty5kx9UMXwJ016TlOUq0YUmFtHCwz4pAItH5-Im6zlIliYYw/s320/IMG_8419.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The local 2.6 smooth bore trucks and the 3.0 smooth bore trucks put on quite a show with some powerful pulls many running well past the 300 ft marker. These are the trucks who pull 2-3 times a week locally so most know what they are doing when it comes to pulling. I saw names that pulled at Thunder in Muncie well over 10 years ago but with different trucks. Even though this location is a small venue compared to a fairground or even larger national events, remember this is where it all started! This location holds many memories for this weekend's participants. Even some of my staff has posted photos where they attended this event in 2003 with family members age 2-3 and they are now in their 20s (one even helps us tech at events at 23 years old)! </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">The finale came from a local who travels the country in a school bus with a 3 jet engine rail #7500 MOD Tractor, Don has pulled with us before as far away as Florida and can put on quite a show.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Overall it was a fun event even though delayed by inclement weather and we saw many friends and competitors I have not seen in many years. This is kinda like running at the track in Indy and kissing the bricks but here it is running the track and kissing the mud! Since 2001 it felt good to be back home again!</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Photo Link: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.668765785284873">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.668765785284873</a></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">A huge thank you goes out to the Gaston Lions Club Park, without their efforts we could have not put on the event this year because of the weather. Another thank you to our ongoing sponsors, crew and competitors who put on a great show.</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Winners listed below:</span></p><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><p style="height: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium;">Dirt Drag Winners - Thunder in Muncie!<br />Work Stock Diesel <br />1st Justin G<br />2nd <a style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer;" tabindex="-1"></a>Cameron <br />3rd Glenn L<br />4th Gage E<br />5th Shelby S<br />Hot Street Diesel<br />1st Eli C<br />2nd Justin G<br />3rd Gage E<br />Modified Diesel<br />1st James Benefiel<br />2nd Eli C<br />3rd Justin K<br />4th Cole T<br />Street Gas <br />1st Danny D<br />2nd Sebastian S <br />3rd Luke R<br />4th Larry F<br />Hot Gas<br />1st Danny D<br />2nd Brandon M<br />2 Wheel Open <br />1st Danny D<br />2nd Larry F<br />Open Trucks<br />1st Luke R<br />2nd James H<br />Show-N-Shine <br />Truck Best of Show –Michael Asher – 2001 Ram 2500<br />Car Best of Show – Cameron Bain - Jeep Wrangler<br />Sled Pulling<br />Tractors <br />#7500 Mod Tractor – Don Deane<br />King of the Hill<br />1- Darren Coulter – 297.29<br />2- Eric Strater – 279.56<br />3- Adam Starkey – 267.20<br />4- Mark Brinkman – 261.45<br />5- Dan Hiatt – 258.32<br />6- Dean Cummfer – 257.58<br />7- Meggan Starkey – 204.80<br />Hot Farm<br />1 Darren Bommer – 340.85<br />2 Phil Wolber – 339.87<br />3 Joseph Bommer – 332.41<br />Trucks<br />Work Stock <br />1- Hunter Clark – 294.54<br />2- Cody Cox – 284.32<br />3- Shelby Sandlin – 282.63<br />4- Jake Klingler – 77.73<br />Hot Street<br />1- Carson Gresh – 321.01<br />2- Mason Wirght – 308.08<br />3- Issac Sandlin – 301.95<br />4- Bob Thornburg – 282.75<br />5- Evan Klink – 279.50<br />6- Justin Koehler – 273.91<br />7- Morgan Griffith – 236.29<br />8- Brayden Arnold - 80.0<br />2.6 SB Truck <br />1- Damon Winland – 337.49<br />2- Evan Rusk – 335.96<br />3- Megan Shew – 334.32<br />4- Michael Landis – 331.10<br />5-Tory Barter – 321.62<br />6-Luke Asher – 319.29<br />7-Spencer Erb – 267.39<br />3.0 SB Truck<br />1- Jimmy Barclay – 322.52<br />2- Nick Stamm – 319.23<br />3- Erik Hucke – 318.33<br />4-Brian Shew – 316.99<br />5-Derik Amos – 314.95<br />6-Gregg Temple – 312.23<br />x</span></p></div>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-56497081513297613032023-05-18T08:16:00.003-07:002023-05-18T08:16:30.167-07:00Horsepower Festival Spring 2023 Review! . . . in Missouri!<p> DIESEL Motorsports has tried Spring events before and it is a 50/50% shot of dodging severe weather being in the Midwest! We lucked out on this one with 2 days of rain before and after the event on May 13th in Osborn Missouri at US 36 Dragway!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVvRNtOFosyp0K0dieM-E8DStqqVwFdtIRewIqrnZjjLajAbrDcd8t_Rowwat_MNJt3HSNOCfjp09BwI_IQ3Xr4EE2QwD-I8ct--yCayobwmxtn8xnSZsGx9OAndovQRoyCm03ydAyUsgGk5WyfP96Fv6jlXPmzfWcHiY3xBkX5BKwlArYf2KTGvQH/s2896/_DSC0128.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVvRNtOFosyp0K0dieM-E8DStqqVwFdtIRewIqrnZjjLajAbrDcd8t_Rowwat_MNJt3HSNOCfjp09BwI_IQ3Xr4EE2QwD-I8ct--yCayobwmxtn8xnSZsGx9OAndovQRoyCm03ydAyUsgGk5WyfP96Fv6jlXPmzfWcHiY3xBkX5BKwlArYf2KTGvQH/s320/_DSC0128.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>It turned out to be a beautiful warm day with great sunshine and a perfect setting for our event. The Horsepower Festival Spring is one of two such Festivals this year with the 2nd one being held September 23rd in Okaloosa Iowa at Eddyville Dragway!<p></p><p>At these events we combine a car/truck show with swap meet, dyno competition, local food trucks, vendors and drag racing. The drag racing includes local classes along with Diesel Motorsports truck class. Basically an overall motorsports festival with a fairground atmosphere for fans to enjoy all day long.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbHD0bI4nYiTaKJ8oYjsThVIz7QRJbHYOe6fnSFwuvEizKQxdRJZAbQQG-uhvLv2gzVnLC1zCJwD-gXADHuFWG_6eTVOd4xpJ-Fd-wmdgRidbsiEIo7PnYm3bp3j9a2xzkKkRh1xueAU0S3Y2nm5598-cZm8JLWHNfEtY7SRRbyTcwerolGLFPfjVR/s2896/_DSC0068%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbHD0bI4nYiTaKJ8oYjsThVIz7QRJbHYOe6fnSFwuvEizKQxdRJZAbQQG-uhvLv2gzVnLC1zCJwD-gXADHuFWG_6eTVOd4xpJ-Fd-wmdgRidbsiEIo7PnYm3bp3j9a2xzkKkRh1xueAU0S3Y2nm5598-cZm8JLWHNfEtY7SRRbyTcwerolGLFPfjVR/s320/_DSC0068%20(2).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwhSsVzWv0UBnk7nRn__GmqtrnQVvKDBFu_2BbJWIeKeZ60inrwMnCFR-VZzahrXbDpJovFuQs2WqK8zGALmelBTFLiaD_hQQwPhjcW-x9M6fcopFipEBsT7ngEOVwVnOhHcwvFeR-0eYYgPIohhTzgOazzHXUB_vAswKGUZQwv0hb4Gy1-kiPP0jc/s2896/_DSC0021%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwhSsVzWv0UBnk7nRn__GmqtrnQVvKDBFu_2BbJWIeKeZ60inrwMnCFR-VZzahrXbDpJovFuQs2WqK8zGALmelBTFLiaD_hQQwPhjcW-x9M6fcopFipEBsT7ngEOVwVnOhHcwvFeR-0eYYgPIohhTzgOazzHXUB_vAswKGUZQwv0hb4Gy1-kiPP0jc/s320/_DSC0021%20(2).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwVpFDuJOioyiuKorVmMUj9ecsLleEDaW3aLQ_8YZ5GpU_8VHBUKTvTIqfijsO-z0nhAKRVY7LZjtmL8FegZLgT1OrUndRwUQGd7sGPfMEIxuWWjf18VYXL9d3zuTAvkZQ7iA-ZtJxxmYOTHlNoshxaJ-ukakLj4pmBEJu56zAxyvzgBgPLTkM2UI6/s2896/_DSC0022.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwVpFDuJOioyiuKorVmMUj9ecsLleEDaW3aLQ_8YZ5GpU_8VHBUKTvTIqfijsO-z0nhAKRVY7LZjtmL8FegZLgT1OrUndRwUQGd7sGPfMEIxuWWjf18VYXL9d3zuTAvkZQ7iA-ZtJxxmYOTHlNoshxaJ-ukakLj4pmBEJu56zAxyvzgBgPLTkM2UI6/s320/_DSC0022.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6KBIEn1lVqD5rR9-4IsZd1-x6fO5HOeS-JI8-P5w_fUwf0aryVJHCWoOog8HqUfR-_EgT1OF7zfwq4ZeVkxS73pzcS37tzJ3dVZ2BFR3hOM4Mt9w3KgeWMrv-srN0fLKNm6nzUid34lwkURRGKkbeZ_SCuZiebDU83xOpiW3P-fkXQqg_MeQ-FvFi/s2896/_DSC0073.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6KBIEn1lVqD5rR9-4IsZd1-x6fO5HOeS-JI8-P5w_fUwf0aryVJHCWoOog8HqUfR-_EgT1OF7zfwq4ZeVkxS73pzcS37tzJ3dVZ2BFR3hOM4Mt9w3KgeWMrv-srN0fLKNm6nzUid34lwkURRGKkbeZ_SCuZiebDU83xOpiW3P-fkXQqg_MeQ-FvFi/s320/_DSC0073.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>We moved the Osborn Missouri Festival to Spring in order to accommodate the track's schedule from the Fall which allowed us to open a 2nd one in Iowa. We had a great turnout of a combination of cars and trucks for over 22 categories and 3 Best of Show Awards! It amazes us the top quality of vehicles every year, many of these could easily be on display at industry trade shows. In fact I know of 4 of them that will be showing at SEMA this year.</p><p>The Revolution Auto Works Dyno ran many different vehicles trying to register for the highest HP prize with the largest being 789 HP. Many fans liked watching the vehicles run on the dyno while also visiting the Diesel Motorsports Sponsors tent and many other vendors.</p><p>The food vendors were busy all day and night along with the track's concession stand. That is one thing our people like to do is try different foods and eat. We had top notch BBQ, local made kettle corn, shaved ice and local ice cream. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyGBMWpWY6uqzohUyxsHSQSHXcSfYmOS654APPDbQxVPOGs3rg1UAuwpIwFmNJBNJUEEHYHTVgHIzhPBQE7N021PY7zPYcrLAE22ix26UgvFHwf066vG6uBO53cbq5wz01n09rKOo_Ngg5PGAzVwCLf6o4hIZYHfUWe5V61UXhR9FsieT0M2QTr4vs/s2896/_DSC0650%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2896" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyGBMWpWY6uqzohUyxsHSQSHXcSfYmOS654APPDbQxVPOGs3rg1UAuwpIwFmNJBNJUEEHYHTVgHIzhPBQE7N021PY7zPYcrLAE22ix26UgvFHwf066vG6uBO53cbq5wz01n09rKOo_Ngg5PGAzVwCLf6o4hIZYHfUWe5V61UXhR9FsieT0M2QTr4vs/s320/_DSC0650%20(2).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The drag racing started around 6pm in the evening with some great local cars and trucks racing on the 1/8th mile track. The winners are listed below with many different classes even including Jr Dragsters. The truck class was a heads up class with a yearly winner taking the trophy home again. The track crew did a great job of quickly running the classes down the track all night long.</p><p>It was considered a successful event since we had a great fan base all day and evening watching all aspects of motorsports. </p><p>Photo link:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.622726819888770">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.622726819888770</a></p><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Winners listed below:</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Precision Diesel Works Show-N-Shine Show</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Trucks</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show Diesel – Ty Little – 2017 Ford F-350</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show Gas – Dakota Beemer – 1979 Chevy K2500</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best GMC/Chevy – Travis Baldwin – 2016 Chevy 2500</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Dodge – Al Roscoe – 1980 Dodge 1500</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Ford – Haden Long – 2022 Ford F350</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Work Truck – Conner Drew – 1993 Dodge D350</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Rat Rod – James Davis – 1967 Chevy C10</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cars</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show – Bob Starling – 1966 Chevy Nova</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show – Dalton, Jordyn & Myra Dreher – 1969 Chevy Impala SS</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Mopar – Don Wirth – 1971 Plymouth Cuda</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Ford – Trever Walter – 1991 Ford Mustang</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Chevy – Gary & Cheryl Alexander – 1967 Chevy Camaro RS</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Late Model – Buddy Caton – 2008 Ford Mustang</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Vintage – Cooper HecKman – 1962 Ford Falcon</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Exotic – Josip Sarar – 2015 BMW 18 </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Pro Street – Kade Heflon – 1966 Chevy Nova</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Mini Dragster – Colton Koontz – 510X</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Revolution Auto Dyno Competition </div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Highest HP - Tyler Williams – 2007 Chevy 2500 – 789 hp</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Horsepower Festival Spring 2023</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Racing Classes</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Super Pro</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1st Josh Henderson, St. Joseph, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2nd Kobe Morris, Lawson, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Semi Ken Warren, Lawson, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Semi Kelly Knauss, Edwardsville, Kansas</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pro</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1st Josh Henderson, St. Joseph, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; 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font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jr. Dragster</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1st Ryan Cole, Maysville, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2nd Colton Koontz, Kearney, MO</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Heads-Up DIESEL Truck Class</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Champion – Vince Neiderhauser</div><div dir="auto" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, "system-ui", ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2nd – Tyler Williams</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ddCRfACUTd8zAd_gGaWo4tMkc8BwMHNvMNzTj9Se1VqsYwqqzHP3jTSOpZeHYIe5ezV-QPVY-8nh3IT6ge-Q7UFpAcJ09bQ2VblOQWSO2IHmiST6IJw6Xkt2r4ShC6VPp7Zs7uu0j1vk3M6bH1fHtEqD-ordUWC8VT3qHi1uZjI6ybORahY8pMdv/s3300/HPFFFP23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3300" data-original-width="2475" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ddCRfACUTd8zAd_gGaWo4tMkc8BwMHNvMNzTj9Se1VqsYwqqzHP3jTSOpZeHYIe5ezV-QPVY-8nh3IT6ge-Q7UFpAcJ09bQ2VblOQWSO2IHmiST6IJw6Xkt2r4ShC6VPp7Zs7uu0j1vk3M6bH1fHtEqD-ordUWC8VT3qHi1uZjI6ybORahY8pMdv/w480-h640/HPFFFP23.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-70697478594380753312023-03-01T12:58:00.002-08:002023-03-01T12:58:33.490-08:00South Coast Gator Nationals Review - NOLA Motorsports Park 2023<p> This was a NEW venue for the South Coast Gator Nationals at NOLA Motorsports Park for 2023. We didn't know if this would work here since this is a motor course park with very nice settings for the winter months outside of New Orleans. </p><p>They do have a mile straightaway on their road course which we used for 1/8 mile No-prep Street Drags and a very large concrete area for a car/truck show among many other activities including food trucks and drinks.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC5CYOd9C4pzSp950EVqdwuAkcFdKUvEoim8p6iE0wKMpmCwjQ1wqDS028Rc008P5BIUmxLQAIWDyrN7PuG48VkwPssoP7EnWv2ay7w7Dhtl-h7Rg7Aj_4WI14L1-s99IJU4qmta2NlTmChot4KSCn6SFfPI_4OswcfrgZBcRoZq__pvhe9SmNtd2k/s4662/Diesel%20Motorsports%20197.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3108" data-original-width="4662" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC5CYOd9C4pzSp950EVqdwuAkcFdKUvEoim8p6iE0wKMpmCwjQ1wqDS028Rc008P5BIUmxLQAIWDyrN7PuG48VkwPssoP7EnWv2ay7w7Dhtl-h7Rg7Aj_4WI14L1-s99IJU4qmta2NlTmChot4KSCn6SFfPI_4OswcfrgZBcRoZq__pvhe9SmNtd2k/s320/Diesel%20Motorsports%20197.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjppbP9bnTRhKFq3qyZ58N6-7-NHIlkB3b6_x6pIamN5pyPV1P97jUkIOmivPtb-iy3UsXfBrgBCpZaCYl87jBmPhH0casz4FWlaYyhUvEkXSG_cXhP1PEwwsZNXsxvLU4UthWbEan8r1R9nFjZDITJ_ZH-9aLW6lvFdtS4IpzOVnm19EOLOcXWd69N/s3583/Diesel%20Motorsports%20198.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2388" data-original-width="3583" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjppbP9bnTRhKFq3qyZ58N6-7-NHIlkB3b6_x6pIamN5pyPV1P97jUkIOmivPtb-iy3UsXfBrgBCpZaCYl87jBmPhH0casz4FWlaYyhUvEkXSG_cXhP1PEwwsZNXsxvLU4UthWbEan8r1R9nFjZDITJ_ZH-9aLW6lvFdtS4IpzOVnm19EOLOcXWd69N/s320/Diesel%20Motorsports%20198.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Plenty of room to grow for other activities which includes a offload 4x4 course and pulling track (currently being developed). They have a pro go-cart course along with a drifting pad for more activities including motorsports.</p><p>Now we just need to figure out how to adapt this to our Motorsports activities! Let's start with a Car/Truck/Jeep show, there is plenty of room to display plus park the fans. We had over 40 vehicles displaying some really nice vehicles including a couple of Street Outlaw cars. A local NO Corvette club took the honors of having the most entries. </p><p>The track provided some nice food trucks with local NOLA food along with local drinks. Some nice motorsports vendors provided some great give-aways for the kids and adults. </p><p>DIESEL Motorsports had to bring a portable lighting system in for the mile long straightaway of the road course. We setup in the on strait which is about 2-300 feet long and measured out about an 1/8 of a mile for a short drag strip. This provided a great no prep surface with no surface prep at the starting line. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtNjzd8sqOVp-Ec2aTXVpxc-djrKskPbtK_leSDauK5-ux057KCelDHG93Rx7GreEAdvQ8rjW06f_5Hygnincijt_92S_Hm8sndsUytjewG_ubX7xEWElOCy3bmwFxdg1jQuW0vw_LzGM_QZTEpOIybyNiMN4sP-tIXhO0X38VyWcbP8IZtAE_ftMj/s6036/Diesel%20Motorsports%20441.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4024" data-original-width="6036" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtNjzd8sqOVp-Ec2aTXVpxc-djrKskPbtK_leSDauK5-ux057KCelDHG93Rx7GreEAdvQ8rjW06f_5Hygnincijt_92S_Hm8sndsUytjewG_ubX7xEWElOCy3bmwFxdg1jQuW0vw_LzGM_QZTEpOIybyNiMN4sP-tIXhO0X38VyWcbP8IZtAE_ftMj/s320/Diesel%20Motorsports%20441.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Most of the vehicles had no problems getting plenty of traction and getting up to speed on the track. We ran ET Bracket, 7.70 Index and heads-up racing on a Pro-tree. It took some testing and setup to finally getting it to work but the competitors had some fun running on this track that had not been used as a drag strip for many years. An experience for not only us but also the track.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzzyV5A2bMhvHC_w-uROojA8BTz4ynH9K-s-9-ua9ExSy0Vy-z-6FYDOFNsC0BfTYTrdmb7JwdKikR2XwE9hUGGk1wLt8-i0TlgRfYNZTi70oYtoX833spT-BGZ6KT186COP8wCVnSIMoxo8OurqppnhHAyGJuP1X74oZRSJirkB_QZNKwysy_W0tv/s1971/Diesel%20Motorsports%20514.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1314" data-original-width="1971" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzzyV5A2bMhvHC_w-uROojA8BTz4ynH9K-s-9-ua9ExSy0Vy-z-6FYDOFNsC0BfTYTrdmb7JwdKikR2XwE9hUGGk1wLt8-i0TlgRfYNZTi70oYtoX833spT-BGZ6KT186COP8wCVnSIMoxo8OurqppnhHAyGJuP1X74oZRSJirkB_QZNKwysy_W0tv/s320/Diesel%20Motorsports%20514.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>It was a beautiful setting with great weather as they were getting an ice storm/snow in most of the Midwest states where we came from the past week. I believe it was sunny and almost 80 degrees most of the day. As always after the event you had many choices of great restaurants or travel 15 minutes and go to Bourbon street for some great sites.</p><p>Before we headed out of town we took the opportunity to stop off at the National WWII Museum downtown. It was unbelievable to view some items there including the original designer who was giving tours of the assault beach craft used on the Pacific Islands during WWII.</p><p>Our next event is just outside of Kansas City where the original WWI Museum is located and is a favorite of mine to take people to when they come to town. </p><p>Photos of this past weekend's event can be seen at this link:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.573378024823650">https://www.facebook.com/media/set?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.573378024823650</a></p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-62468845881240858792023-01-31T08:28:00.001-08:002023-01-31T08:28:50.749-08:00DIESEL Motorsports 2023 - what is coming . . . <p> Last day of the first month of the new year and are we busy? So busy planning on some new changes, events and direction for our diesel enthusiasts! The confirmed schedule is now up on our web site along with included at the end of this post. Most people don't realize most tracks take the winter off until after the holidays before thinking about the next year ( I don't blame them).</p><p>I was so busy I had to cancel a couple of industry meetings I usually attend every year, instead I headed down to a new area of the country for our first event in New Orleans LA! Planning an event anymore takes a lot of time and effort to make sure everything is in place.</p><p>Diesel Motorsports has hired a new agency to help with promotions along with some new connections. This opens a lot of new doors for not only our enthusiasts but also the sponsors. Does it sound like we are expanding? You would be right!</p><p>DIESEL Motorsports has slowly been expanding the past couple of years during Covid while working quietly on the sides. I decided we needed NEW activities at the venues after conversing with attendees at the shows. </p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJNaioy8_pnRxPUUL-Hc9ydHr5PFz7pA8TY4ipALZgVFxm_IzgLUpIfA5GI1yt02My3LLwRUcqTLVdiUSeD8CT8nt3pxBfmCp8YEwFaqFVGjq3p9tbEY6j3VBSD-YBE3WbF9eUgSWy36SZmMJ48mqWg5uQkhu9eV3yt7z1x4nluX81-HflTO6Mwnz9/s6000/_DSC0182.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJNaioy8_pnRxPUUL-Hc9ydHr5PFz7pA8TY4ipALZgVFxm_IzgLUpIfA5GI1yt02My3LLwRUcqTLVdiUSeD8CT8nt3pxBfmCp8YEwFaqFVGjq3p9tbEY6j3VBSD-YBE3WbF9eUgSWy36SZmMJ48mqWg5uQkhu9eV3yt7z1x4nluX81-HflTO6Mwnz9/s320/_DSC0182.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>We have added gas pickups in their separate classes along with even some cars/rods at the show-n-shines and racing classes. We have added tractors into the mix on the sled pulling side and 2WD trucks.</p><p>Still the diesel trucks dominate our activities but like all enthusiasts our truck owners enjoy ALL motorsports so they welcomed the newcomers. It is entertaining the attendees that makes our sport grow, and many shops have seen their business grow during these times.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6UVe8WUN2rc09GXqlv0Eee5h31d9IC06M01RZbeDOJcpnzVuwvLS23rXTkXmmo-HWpWVhCYTgqqJ4A27dirxoThWOlGUQBP1I0PivYFOh6NKghr3XFKxaovjmw2FgwDRkdEb_VMQgO4vObB2-_73SmUEQo_LYV3Oz2VQ7av15GwVIzfyyvVqvJIWK/s6240/untitled-21.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4160" data-original-width="6240" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6UVe8WUN2rc09GXqlv0Eee5h31d9IC06M01RZbeDOJcpnzVuwvLS23rXTkXmmo-HWpWVhCYTgqqJ4A27dirxoThWOlGUQBP1I0PivYFOh6NKghr3XFKxaovjmw2FgwDRkdEb_VMQgO4vObB2-_73SmUEQo_LYV3Oz2VQ7av15GwVIzfyyvVqvJIWK/s320/untitled-21.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>We have even added our own mini trade show held in Missouri for the first time this last November. It was so successful we had to move it to a larger facility (70,000 sq ft) in Lebanon Missouri on October 21st! This was a ALL motorsports show with a little bit of everything for all venues. We had over 40 vendors with vehicle displays that filled the 29,000 sq ft expo center. The hotel was filled, they ran out of parking spaces, ran out of food so we had to move it to accommodate a larger crowd.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GiaeXSdHGSvS_3Z99Kei_23w_Vgx5NxqMT-_vR1m6roChp3o5anddxrgHq2YS2qPiZbJc4gfj0DHtpaPOqGu_z7AvLZ4MvcKhbf5hc7xP2gEhtkn9WCOUFpfL1AyFWDmw-O15ks6bXRD7fl3LFljaWCOXVPur2LQa0sbph4yI-owlOjwP_lEllbk/s4032/IMG_1235.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5GiaeXSdHGSvS_3Z99Kei_23w_Vgx5NxqMT-_vR1m6roChp3o5anddxrgHq2YS2qPiZbJc4gfj0DHtpaPOqGu_z7AvLZ4MvcKhbf5hc7xP2gEhtkn9WCOUFpfL1AyFWDmw-O15ks6bXRD7fl3LFljaWCOXVPur2LQa0sbph4yI-owlOjwP_lEllbk/s320/IMG_1235.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhixNN5AN-kUuDfYT5S38e8GLlTEOdJZcb6cXtQQWiOW_VW39jEfF3dNXsQ8E2gzJ3_XqyWlE6rgZdgtE8CelNHhuFn-sFgjYAX17NpZs1REWs-BtuPb_3GUnT_OyIdVk7UcMcL18abr7_-fspiVCMDHApD3aVV_Hd3nY6lEwi6MNhxy021FVUTe1vA/s4032/IMG_1234.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhixNN5AN-kUuDfYT5S38e8GLlTEOdJZcb6cXtQQWiOW_VW39jEfF3dNXsQ8E2gzJ3_XqyWlE6rgZdgtE8CelNHhuFn-sFgjYAX17NpZs1REWs-BtuPb_3GUnT_OyIdVk7UcMcL18abr7_-fspiVCMDHApD3aVV_Hd3nY6lEwi6MNhxy021FVUTe1vA/s320/IMG_1234.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Will we have the same classes as before? Some changes in pulling, we have added the map-groove classes back in this year in order to grow the pulling sport. We have found that a lot of our pulling trucks could not afford the smooth bore upgrades demanded by other pulling leagues so they dropped out. We WANT them back to pulling with their old trucks so we can grow the sport.</p><p>We took a popular event held in Missouri called the Horsepower Festival and made a Spring and Fall Horsepower Festival. Both held with a 3 hour trip from each other. Spring held in our old location at Us 36 Dragway and the Fall Horsepower Festival held at Eddyville Dragway in Iowa.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uyJvlzRIsxzaHSpI3AKn_EgnGsOejzXZSPSxBErBbNK8spU9iw3imXvYeWveSEvt1mZcicxp13brV9p1laRmpo5LAyyEnVkm2Ufz45NLlQTehYZoIur0TCMPXeDRAEmnHG-U4nCNnpEj3tVV-zZBhZxZ8M18-b3ImRsPDiAOgbJdqjEjXOxPmhMN/s3872/DSC_0085.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="3872" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uyJvlzRIsxzaHSpI3AKn_EgnGsOejzXZSPSxBErBbNK8spU9iw3imXvYeWveSEvt1mZcicxp13brV9p1laRmpo5LAyyEnVkm2Ufz45NLlQTehYZoIur0TCMPXeDRAEmnHG-U4nCNnpEj3tVV-zZBhZxZ8M18-b3ImRsPDiAOgbJdqjEjXOxPmhMN/s320/DSC_0085.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Another OLD favorite has returned the original Thunder in Muncie since 2001with a NEW remade Gaston Lion's Club Park July 29th. When NO other leagues/tracks allowed diesel pickups to compete this was the original event started by Eric McBride and Gene (Sleddy) Mahoney! Even this will be a first with Koi dirt drags during the day along with truck show then sled pulling in the evening. The park has added a new track, lights, sound system, tower, buildings and grandstands while being closed during Covid. The will bring back many memories for those that attended the original events held there.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUHgvhzbUH2NABXrMZBjnL3Nx3Zs75_wgArOuBuZ7PgDbtxNE6NQnr3l0_9DfgIKzu7Zys3K_yY5E9Jq6VASEFKmciin_qGmmGHCL7KElgKM7IABh4w_cQJ5wayx0DF2OwNltshN9FNb_HU345IfmbMIbLIRRb402_s8rtVPR_7pxm1bSVCBSbiSt/s3872/DSC_0035.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="3872" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUHgvhzbUH2NABXrMZBjnL3Nx3Zs75_wgArOuBuZ7PgDbtxNE6NQnr3l0_9DfgIKzu7Zys3K_yY5E9Jq6VASEFKmciin_qGmmGHCL7KElgKM7IABh4w_cQJ5wayx0DF2OwNltshN9FNb_HU345IfmbMIbLIRRb402_s8rtVPR_7pxm1bSVCBSbiSt/s320/DSC_0035.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The East Coast Diesel Nationals moved to the date June 24th last year and will continue in it's 14th year there with the same activities as before but now allowing all map-groove trucks in racing and pulling! It has worked out better since it is cooler on this date then when we held in in July. </p><p>DIESEL Motorsports has always led the way with motorsports in mind and greater horsepower with safety always on the tracks. Families are always welcomed since we run clean and insured events for all ages to attend. Look for more to come this year, it should be fun! </p><p><br /></p><p>2023 Schedule</p><p>February 24/25th</p><p>South Coast Gator Nationals</p><p>Show-N-Shine, Burnout Pad</p><p>No-Prep Street Drags, </p><p>(New Orleans) Nola, Avondale LA</p><p><br /></p><p>May 13th</p><p>Horsepower Festival Spring</p><p>Car/Truck Show/Swap Meet</p><p>Drag Racing/Food Trucks</p><p>Osborn MO/US 36 Dragway</p><p><br /></p><p>June 24</p><p>East Coast Diesel Nationals</p><p>Drags, Pull, Dyno, ShowNshine</p><p>Numidia Dragway</p><p>Numidia, Pennsylvania</p><p><br /></p><p>July 29</p><p>Thunder in Muncie</p><p>Sled Pull/Show-N-Shine, </p><p>KOi Dirt Drags, </p><p>Gaston Lions Club Park IN</p><p><br /></p><p>August 12</p><p>Keystone Truck Drags</p><p>Drags/ShowNShine </p><p>Keystone Raceway Park</p><p>New Alexandria, PA </p><p><br /></p><p>September 23</p><p>Horsepower Festival Fall</p><p>Show-N-Shine, Music, Swap Shop</p><p>Diesel/Gas drags</p><p>Eddyville Raceway, Okaloosa IA</p><p><br /></p><p>October 21st</p><p>Ozark Performance Expo</p><p>Trade Show/Car/Trucks/Rods</p><p>Cowan Civic Center</p><p>Lebanon, MO</p><p><br /></p><p>Dec 7-9</p><p>PRI Show</p><p>Indianapolis, IN</p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-91291341384378940002022-12-15T08:00:00.000-08:002022-12-15T08:00:23.148-08:00PRI report 2022 - Indy here we come . . . <p> What was the 2022 PRI show like and was it worth going and displaying? I get asked every year since we have displayed there for over 10 years.</p><p>I was a bit concerned when SEMA/PRI changed it from competitor free admission to $40 per person/member was anyone going to attend. My negative thoughts were wrong and the place was packed with people Thursday and Friday, always a little lighter on Saturday.</p><p>That's right, PRI got the people there who were quality enthusiasts, no kids or homeless people and tire kickers. It was well attended by good people who like motorsports! </p><p>Our booth #1835 which has been there for quite a few years was busy the first two days so much we ran out of most materials we brought to hand out. Of course it helps our booth has the DM girls in it but don't be fooled these young ladies are smart and know diesel pickups.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyZZaRbvTndn-Ncca7O5tkMRExJtqQO09tTzkMyDbd1NLaFKSJTe4g2M0MZ5L7fk-VlPdDHEOVYz2Rogh4FYh36cwsc9gGdhGk28RN6UrrzPyLfDWeIQPtlnrBaXvUq2hqprqxr8CTNoxxq3z13uReYCjWcVstjHB1XXDOXfApWL3qMvCDAb8wT234/s4032/Z42dygNdQWu6%25wkoFDie9Q.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyZZaRbvTndn-Ncca7O5tkMRExJtqQO09tTzkMyDbd1NLaFKSJTe4g2M0MZ5L7fk-VlPdDHEOVYz2Rogh4FYh36cwsc9gGdhGk28RN6UrrzPyLfDWeIQPtlnrBaXvUq2hqprqxr8CTNoxxq3z13uReYCjWcVstjHB1XXDOXfApWL3qMvCDAb8wT234/s320/Z42dygNdQWu6%25wkoFDie9Q.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Many tracks and customers came by to talk us about our 2023 schedule of events including our own regional motorsports trade show in Missouri in October (21)! We did downsize the booth this year because of economy costs for being there.<p></p><p>Even going with a 10x10 booth it is still a $5-7,000 investment when including all costs for personnel, travel, hotel and food costs! It is no longer a cheap show to attend or display but far cheaper than the Las Vegas SEMA show. For smaller companies who do business in performance motorsports it is the show to go to for the year.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjbEwb18mP0gVH83r7A-FpODnVahm9ZW2S7hb6yuF_D-QgxbWm4Ly7KEohNDgCLCSK6wWGOdRjfpjNpEr2HC65QcCur_vWvH3Cj5YC2eHkhCu-t2zNlMYu6KD6B0s7-9WfzPOo-hh4i-r9-vfKANxfqSSwM5fAl5x1UQfrNKITDeqzqmfQhQ7MM5RD/s4032/9E7KQI7kQ3uvSvlNhJVcWw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjbEwb18mP0gVH83r7A-FpODnVahm9ZW2S7hb6yuF_D-QgxbWm4Ly7KEohNDgCLCSK6wWGOdRjfpjNpEr2HC65QcCur_vWvH3Cj5YC2eHkhCu-t2zNlMYu6KD6B0s7-9WfzPOo-hh4i-r9-vfKANxfqSSwM5fAl5x1UQfrNKITDeqzqmfQhQ7MM5RD/s320/9E7KQI7kQ3uvSvlNhJVcWw.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvhk4gWmbwQ9oxcFckR5ulST7tx2xFSrsnZGvcHtvAGzJPsBG-q1giYmbrwGHV8PcKxlEpXXPpDjAiijVUGFCF2BDdGSVAag2Bxn-sXPrhBBYLkWkCtFfm1zcOkonodbJL8m7ikFYO8k4-tnzdPkRpCSXuusXvfwp58EQ94PtQmUwcbpQsdokX-OG/s4032/fullsizeoutput_1f17.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvhk4gWmbwQ9oxcFckR5ulST7tx2xFSrsnZGvcHtvAGzJPsBG-q1giYmbrwGHV8PcKxlEpXXPpDjAiijVUGFCF2BDdGSVAag2Bxn-sXPrhBBYLkWkCtFfm1zcOkonodbJL8m7ikFYO8k4-tnzdPkRpCSXuusXvfwp58EQ94PtQmUwcbpQsdokX-OG/s320/fullsizeoutput_1f17.heic" width="240" /></a></div>Prepare to walk, there is a lot to see in three days. I average walking 4 miles a day and standing on my feet 13 hours per day, according to my Apple Watch.<p></p><p>We stayed out by the airport (Plainfield) for cheaper hotels, restaurants etc so you do miss a the excitement of being downtown. However, it is less busy and shorter waits to get into restaurants, free breakfasts and safer environment.</p><p></p>Downtown is like any big downtown there is some characters who prey on normal people and there was a few muggings on vendors and attendees. But I did see increased police presence after the first day even in the garage walkways. You just have to be aware of what is around you, I was approached last year staying downtown by a homeless person with a gun while staying at a connecting hotel. That is why I stayed back out by the airport including much cheaper.<p></p><p>The vendors displaying at the show were great performance manufacturers and there were a few t-shirt and sunglass vendors, however no window or gutter people. Anyone attending as a motorsports enthusiasts would have no problem finding parts or services to view for three days!</p><p>Considering a year after Covid and building for the future good job Jamie and PRI people!<br /><br /><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-59448179195661614772022-12-04T08:16:00.002-08:002022-12-04T08:16:18.067-08:00Sled Pulling rules for 2023 - what's next!<p> One of our most read blogs is the pulling rules throughout the years. Everyone wants to know what changes because we go to so many different areas and we are based on safety via the SFI.</p><p>Most will remain the same for 2.6, 3.0 smooth bore classes along with ProMods! However the lower street classes will be emerging again with map-groove classes for the more affordable pulling classes. </p><p>All trucks still must have safety equipment installed based on horsepower and weight! We have seen many accidents during the years and it does come down to safety for everyone that keeps the sport alive.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaTVul9Ux7AJ92HBFBTa_q5yFP27_w9HK9KKrJ2a1iyiKi-2pj5TJ6vxNpL_-cVnp3SbbQP1T-Zgt1NZ__bfipXfPSJCu_nX9EjKw5DIHN0xirwznmb0YeghKIVKxIaFknV6T4Cq6VsJN8tXRwmDIokPqth0j8vfkZU1jWfxcjLKM4cHEEe3zCg6NM/s2370/_DSC4913TH.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1503" data-original-width="2370" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaTVul9Ux7AJ92HBFBTa_q5yFP27_w9HK9KKrJ2a1iyiKi-2pj5TJ6vxNpL_-cVnp3SbbQP1T-Zgt1NZ__bfipXfPSJCu_nX9EjKw5DIHN0xirwznmb0YeghKIVKxIaFknV6T4Cq6VsJN8tXRwmDIokPqth0j8vfkZU1jWfxcjLKM4cHEEe3zCg6NM/s320/_DSC4913TH.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>No accelerates are allowed such as nitrous, methane, jet fuel, etc. in any of the classes. Too much can happen in such a small amount of time and space (300 ft) to allow more power through the accelerates. <p></p><p>Exhausts must point up with classes including cross bolts in higher hp classes. Only stock exhaust allowed is on pure work stock with DPF, muffler in place on exhaust. </p><p>Only huge difference this year DIESEL Motorsports will NO longer allow dually wheel/tires in classes! This has gotten us in trouble because of the different states legal width on dually setups. Easy fix is to get rid of it.</p><p>All former rules and safety equipment will be in place for 2023. So there we have it!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRA_SAvTsqLmevtXWnbeE71gM7GfRZnPxxa5gT2WtXu46iXTrsxyU68rN8dq_gRC1TDCoEe_Why3MqfmUIBjg_OWYbHFpTHOAkjBRqjnS_qy0ItNf6yj8a0T3sKNL34ilZfGQK_DB7i4IXVOZfLUlZtvQetbTvC44XDbmQIhb55T7gYSMsK-HsDCQ/s3872/_DSC0091.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="3872" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRA_SAvTsqLmevtXWnbeE71gM7GfRZnPxxa5gT2WtXu46iXTrsxyU68rN8dq_gRC1TDCoEe_Why3MqfmUIBjg_OWYbHFpTHOAkjBRqjnS_qy0ItNf6yj8a0T3sKNL34ilZfGQK_DB7i4IXVOZfLUlZtvQetbTvC44XDbmQIhb55T7gYSMsK-HsDCQ/s320/_DSC0091.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOItWokBgmzEdyAC27Wk0zUlJRg_X5DesZthtBRlQP3IAXFs-ygdrSSM3G-xaoWphJub0YzVcAgCmTVYMohHVgb9olI7VvZqJhJuoMcpUe40o4h4m9bA_Sx2Y9M5sCWvDsl-mVYDbLfSJDDW7ECHl8WypxBfco1zC1KluqQKnBttYamcXGRWy2W0JX/s5552/DSC_0670.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3340" data-original-width="5552" height="193" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOItWokBgmzEdyAC27Wk0zUlJRg_X5DesZthtBRlQP3IAXFs-ygdrSSM3G-xaoWphJub0YzVcAgCmTVYMohHVgb9olI7VvZqJhJuoMcpUe40o4h4m9bA_Sx2Y9M5sCWvDsl-mVYDbLfSJDDW7ECHl8WypxBfco1zC1KluqQKnBttYamcXGRWy2W0JX/s320/DSC_0670.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>As far as classes here is what we have run in the past:<p></p><p>Workstock - pure stock turbo</p><p>Hot Workstock - see rules - larger turbo but limited</p><p>2.5 MapGroove Class</p><p>2.6 MG Class</p><p>2.6 SmoothBore Class</p><p>3.0 SB Class</p><p>Pro-Mod</p><p>Runwhatubrung Class (safety equipment required)</p><p><br /></p><p>Let's have some fun pulling this year - get back to the track!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFQtLklZVn6w66GmdLmFQjY4_mXzaQzRJ-OpT0a98N8EAOVvFnfbmiZuZNPvPmN7I7DmxrS-Nn4tCtToEvj4fhMbBUSfnyb6i5eLUOz6N17uU6lHBNiGPCIBlU0PeFxz-EHfqSYvK9Jcwaxk4JI8148ygbUxU32NEwcY8ua4_GkLa6mDN5DKK8k4DP/s5664/DSC_0933.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3380" data-original-width="5664" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFQtLklZVn6w66GmdLmFQjY4_mXzaQzRJ-OpT0a98N8EAOVvFnfbmiZuZNPvPmN7I7DmxrS-Nn4tCtToEvj4fhMbBUSfnyb6i5eLUOz6N17uU6lHBNiGPCIBlU0PeFxz-EHfqSYvK9Jcwaxk4JI8148ygbUxU32NEwcY8ua4_GkLa6mDN5DKK8k4DP/s320/DSC_0933.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><p></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-17839374962594730022022-11-30T09:57:00.003-08:002022-11-30T09:57:20.166-08:00Diesel shortage ??? How real is the threat?<p> Any threat is real in today's environment but it's how you view the source. Realistically if it comes from our fuel suppliers I would take it under advisement, however coming from government parties it is somewhat unbelievable and viewed as politics.</p><p>Fuel for vehicles, home heat, electricity and transportation is big monies. When that much monies are involved then the government likes to be involved.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj96csiOEEbwHcBdpBEBouDMcPgHl5lFWuB6yZlyH7m7CPX93AqLwvbCKVylL13Q6ld05B5m1lBMXIXXIWArhXU9pXJCrUYTPp0bqzm122qk2zYbuMkCcID5CVsjXVltjzvnYCBucFCspa4ALUgzfNROhvuctKjNPoAygZiGDUL8IiiYQlu1Fzqemxu/s852/11703067_1028014737232757_6501659330320046130_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="852" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj96csiOEEbwHcBdpBEBouDMcPgHl5lFWuB6yZlyH7m7CPX93AqLwvbCKVylL13Q6ld05B5m1lBMXIXXIWArhXU9pXJCrUYTPp0bqzm122qk2zYbuMkCcID5CVsjXVltjzvnYCBucFCspa4ALUgzfNROhvuctKjNPoAygZiGDUL8IiiYQlu1Fzqemxu/s320/11703067_1028014737232757_6501659330320046130_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />When the government takes control then it is normally a mess because of many factors including party politics. While I was at SEMA I was asked countless times about the diesel fuel supply! I told most people I was not worried it is all politics.<br /><p>So here we are past the date they gave we would be out of fuel and actually the price fell this week for diesel fuel. I do understand in the NE with the threat of snow storm and falling temps the shortage of diesel fuel and heating oil was real and the price shot way up!</p><p>Isn't that normal this time of year and peel back the layers, how much of the increase was additional taxes for the NE part of the country?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEstBX_6BAuTkKbB6QcnpaehanoSqFgw1i1gKvl-KsL19p6EXfAG0vCxw-enK7V4KDe72hB04UPdxnxaq_TzKx5zJMdl3nfaIeZBFhw-wePMkgMnTBgWnNrYxslOmoGvcSffK6RNplZygqD87MuAuzgnNCjztJwZKPceQlUU13OkxFnAMV3nTE4qWZ/s720/11745434_903893893017876_6732542665483751148_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="720" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEstBX_6BAuTkKbB6QcnpaehanoSqFgw1i1gKvl-KsL19p6EXfAG0vCxw-enK7V4KDe72hB04UPdxnxaq_TzKx5zJMdl3nfaIeZBFhw-wePMkgMnTBgWnNrYxslOmoGvcSffK6RNplZygqD87MuAuzgnNCjztJwZKPceQlUU13OkxFnAMV3nTE4qWZ/s320/11745434_903893893017876_6732542665483751148_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Again, it is more about politics than a shortage or how much profit can we squeeze out of people before they start yelling?</p><p>The United States has the biggest reserve of fuel in the world under our ground and the refineries who can process it. Now, will they let them produce it is another question.</p><p>We will see what happens with the rail strike not being resolved, again politics involved!</p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-19061975998335022392022-11-16T09:42:00.000-08:002022-11-16T09:42:25.665-08:00Lake Ozark Performance Expo Review! 2022<p> This was a first for this location as a area trade show and car/truck show! We held two like this before in Kansas City but when Covid hit they canceled them. So we had to start over for the Ozark show which turned out great for a first year. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiXJotQTyxnjo1v5xe39xRPUsE7_rUsedH_8zzTOanJNJDOOJZP8drXxq703ZjXjA5IJ5YJY749UZYpiuNEGV5FeL10DhPDrzIukt32UhH4R_R1zJymPt4_oawNKs9brJ5ZW39UZPHfFmf8ldiic-b7xy1My5xpQWKUApju8cgKc-jj6-i0zmcweQo/s1602/PEbanner1w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1602" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiXJotQTyxnjo1v5xe39xRPUsE7_rUsedH_8zzTOanJNJDOOJZP8drXxq703ZjXjA5IJ5YJY749UZYpiuNEGV5FeL10DhPDrzIukt32UhH4R_R1zJymPt4_oawNKs9brJ5ZW39UZPHfFmf8ldiic-b7xy1My5xpQWKUApju8cgKc-jj6-i0zmcweQo/s320/PEbanner1w.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqoELsvBXY0bXvpWHVKPhK_XVK69z6W2NahgPuUGv54sjsvtdFuGqw13T1y4iOAwRcn_AFw5My92RUO1bg3X4SSySy6Kpy4q-0TmwXd-9jHseniSVu-9nmtrqywjVR2Rz13T2m1x1PdfkeW4WslQVzuFJpNifQ5hY6GZkA3FSZudcukdKHpJ5RuS_/s4928/DSC_0005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqoELsvBXY0bXvpWHVKPhK_XVK69z6W2NahgPuUGv54sjsvtdFuGqw13T1y4iOAwRcn_AFw5My92RUO1bg3X4SSySy6Kpy4q-0TmwXd-9jHseniSVu-9nmtrqywjVR2Rz13T2m1x1PdfkeW4WslQVzuFJpNifQ5hY6GZkA3FSZudcukdKHpJ5RuS_/s320/DSC_0005.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The show was supposed to bring in 4 sate area shops, manufacturers and services for our motorsports enthusiasts. We did fill the small space we had with a little bit of everything from all venues of motorsports. It took a while to place everyone properly so it could flow for someone walking the hall.<br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKDs1ISyvBMJ0jU4408JvA70RA7JRzoqxnCATKtMftpgT7NBlgTeFeok76GB1JgWvSWZU3WaTakJRpwmiqrzxPduR376UEqVJ0Dyn64fK2jLAVzErENG8eyhBks51DuK_bjOh3nUUnnTefTJ8HGx66CWsyvSfhqeEeXa3X2BUBYbnu71jiVU6f92h2/s4928/DSC_0019.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKDs1ISyvBMJ0jU4408JvA70RA7JRzoqxnCATKtMftpgT7NBlgTeFeok76GB1JgWvSWZU3WaTakJRpwmiqrzxPduR376UEqVJ0Dyn64fK2jLAVzErENG8eyhBks51DuK_bjOh3nUUnnTefTJ8HGx66CWsyvSfhqeEeXa3X2BUBYbnu71jiVU6f92h2/s320/DSC_0019.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>What made this Expo Center unique was the hotel resort attached to it so you could stay in the rooms at night, along with eating and refreshments right next to it. We did fill the hotel but they were not used to the traffic since Covid along with worker shortage so we had our challenges during the weekend.</p><p>Even with the challenges most people staying and attending had a blast visiting with local motor heads and each other during the weekend. We are already discussing next year and what changes need to be made to make it better and bigger.</p><p>Of course heavy on the truck side since I had many people come in but we had circle track represented along with muscle cars, rat rods and vintage trucks. Everyone enjoyed talking to all vendors since many had over 30 years experience in what they had done for the industry. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghM54-uzUd2Gqi6aShV-UtVNTnzEKcIzDBhgvv6Mqe_SZreUTmyCdBASRhUP0BVTC_wBiG2SpuU80EIUTE2ZaEigM5ANWa8fI-tjd0nAVWc0dug30SkPCqBfU3twp49m99kfLp2MGewq8n9zwNRay1ii8dtnzzo2OVsl9t2vVw2KOcdbAXRrW3bI9O/s4928/DSC_0033.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghM54-uzUd2Gqi6aShV-UtVNTnzEKcIzDBhgvv6Mqe_SZreUTmyCdBASRhUP0BVTC_wBiG2SpuU80EIUTE2ZaEigM5ANWa8fI-tjd0nAVWc0dug30SkPCqBfU3twp49m99kfLp2MGewq8n9zwNRay1ii8dtnzzo2OVsl9t2vVw2KOcdbAXRrW3bI9O/s320/DSC_0033.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtS-_Cx6vIL9rev164igvdZK2NupDTO6B1YuVBlAUW1SeWcwQSwsAp2TXodSVC5WIuP5LIoGxgqfcY2r_F9yL_EFtJRwHRiSwE_FeJnW0nAxwbdNWZihkU01oRPbLZXo7KuHHqdG_SXL2lcObqiZ319DCYQNYXoUAshOXwhySJla770vfDTRBC9Sgf/s4928/DSC_0034.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtS-_Cx6vIL9rev164igvdZK2NupDTO6B1YuVBlAUW1SeWcwQSwsAp2TXodSVC5WIuP5LIoGxgqfcY2r_F9yL_EFtJRwHRiSwE_FeJnW0nAxwbdNWZihkU01oRPbLZXo7KuHHqdG_SXL2lcObqiZ319DCYQNYXoUAshOXwhySJla770vfDTRBC9Sgf/s320/DSC_0034.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The weather started out warm the day before and during setup but like Missouri in the winter it fell from 70 degrees to 30s overnight with even snow flurries on Saturday. This put a damper on our car/truck show but some came and many were inside the competition. The judges had to wear coats to go outside to view the entries but everyone was a winner.</p><p>These type of shows take a lot to setup and especially for the vendors to haul everything in for the show but after they seemed to think it was worth it and want to return for next year. We had a pretty good crowd of enthusiasts come in Saturday and of course lighter on Friday and Sunday.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCTTf7WlPNz-esKoC-7OJCePHhWwHVTSezq1Hx-ZuNl0t7SQVpZ-DGV3eWVpKkvUNYiIQLT76n_Pk49l4wQzLYrRJWAO3YKYoibbvOxw1ceOmvxobv-XDrQuPL_LYaAuelDpusKQFHqK1oHiamD6W_yr3YsGjFCbihY7AdbD3ywEV0Zz11nbnPnV9J/s4928/DSC_0041.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCTTf7WlPNz-esKoC-7OJCePHhWwHVTSezq1Hx-ZuNl0t7SQVpZ-DGV3eWVpKkvUNYiIQLT76n_Pk49l4wQzLYrRJWAO3YKYoibbvOxw1ceOmvxobv-XDrQuPL_LYaAuelDpusKQFHqK1oHiamD6W_yr3YsGjFCbihY7AdbD3ywEV0Zz11nbnPnV9J/s320/DSC_0041.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Children were welcome and free under 12 with many things for them to see like the monster truck, the rat rod truck that they could draw on with sidewalk chalk and of course the apparel trailer! The resort also had a arcade right outside in the open area before the expo center.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT_3cs2jxe3fTaT6PMhGCbik-rcCTt44uQ-FQFGYsU2sTZ-faT_UD1I_zzEEAQSCtje7JklGaLtYUKlxPJgpjpmsXmvwEwVYmY6DvMuf0Bs_T8ogOw7BQTMUh0-k7GRJR5tfioBTOLja2hW-gXFGTU4wdEWQjhA3NqnRKnfxY_C2U63JpcX2J3wAOB/s4928/DSC_0057.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT_3cs2jxe3fTaT6PMhGCbik-rcCTt44uQ-FQFGYsU2sTZ-faT_UD1I_zzEEAQSCtje7JklGaLtYUKlxPJgpjpmsXmvwEwVYmY6DvMuf0Bs_T8ogOw7BQTMUh0-k7GRJR5tfioBTOLja2hW-gXFGTU4wdEWQjhA3NqnRKnfxY_C2U63JpcX2J3wAOB/s320/DSC_0057.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>To expand we will need more space, more parking and more places to eat and relax! But what a good problem to have after the first year.</p><p>See everyone next year at the Performance Expo!</p><p>Photos:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.6026245944076253&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.6026245944076253&type=3</a></p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-64222336430091339922022-11-05T14:44:00.003-07:002022-11-05T14:45:30.673-07:00SEMA 2022 Review!<p> What did I see at SEMA/AAPEX 2022? More and more people do not get to come to SEMA every year so I go to not only report to our members but also to meet and support our sponsors who are there! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcg-c-JxTVM4_r0M57UpYL2Q4gQ7EQsAvk-nCeelbN9ktGUbJEtIN2IdG5N7ji5LpQy7d8V6M-jAmsusf_Bk3NXBDofYcUhjmOPwtwUgRoHh5oE7z8L-gM541_i-rgr_TUQfsTuPclUIWcdyqDji1yF8mT5EMPDifX17k_plueDy6VTJyjlefB_x3l/s4032/IMG_1083%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcg-c-JxTVM4_r0M57UpYL2Q4gQ7EQsAvk-nCeelbN9ktGUbJEtIN2IdG5N7ji5LpQy7d8V6M-jAmsusf_Bk3NXBDofYcUhjmOPwtwUgRoHh5oE7z8L-gM541_i-rgr_TUQfsTuPclUIWcdyqDji1yF8mT5EMPDifX17k_plueDy6VTJyjlefB_x3l/s320/IMG_1083%202.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I have several meetings on every day I am there and into the evening hours. To give you and idea I walked the first day 4.8 miles, 2nd day 6.8 miles and half 3rd day 4.1 miles. I can tell you my feet were hurting on the way home.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6oxGH6YKhUzY4vgsl4Jl5VzFAXGvajGHRgknKMe1G5fPLw4O_rRt8esYdqnKviLR0SO8yITRICPeGrA233ZDQIBrYkaViXGWmO4wk5nHMGCyAzCPyF7qFxG06cABLC1uAQViovU1atlxN1Hk4ohpGy-7xHJfa_OLTRgV7ZebvOV2AEARXxTSfJuu1/s4032/IMG_1060.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6oxGH6YKhUzY4vgsl4Jl5VzFAXGvajGHRgknKMe1G5fPLw4O_rRt8esYdqnKviLR0SO8yITRICPeGrA233ZDQIBrYkaViXGWmO4wk5nHMGCyAzCPyF7qFxG06cABLC1uAQViovU1atlxN1Hk4ohpGy-7xHJfa_OLTRgV7ZebvOV2AEARXxTSfJuu1/s320/IMG_1060.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p><p>It was great to always come out for SEMA/AAPEX show every year and yes, they are still rebuilding from being shut down during Covid. Being a show promoter and sanctioning body I can tell you this takes time with many obstacles. Obstacles like the hotels are charging unbelievable high pricing to make up for being off for Covid and monies lost. I stayed out by the airport in a plain non-casino Marriott which was $200 a night with resort fees while the same down by convention center was $400 a night. Parking during event at SEMA $40-60 a day and AAPEX free parking.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvx5A-GKwRIcP5oafIrZklspBl_oCEVBbc0rUmh5bAga9d3-N63lC3I2843OUPjyGQgOUles7hpJfRVXmtjaWqq4HlyJH2y2P9ndKUrudU9Iv3NS2z68twlxos6ubutJDD-At7wmJIPTSAAVAkQ3fhix588BkiFkySln6kRoYTVyfLTa4yVVOmTCZ/s4032/IMG_1075.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvx5A-GKwRIcP5oafIrZklspBl_oCEVBbc0rUmh5bAga9d3-N63lC3I2843OUPjyGQgOUles7hpJfRVXmtjaWqq4HlyJH2y2P9ndKUrudU9Iv3NS2z68twlxos6ubutJDD-At7wmJIPTSAAVAkQ3fhix588BkiFkySln6kRoYTVyfLTa4yVVOmTCZ/s320/IMG_1075.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Expenses having to play a big part of crowd attendance since fuel in Vegas was easily $5-6 per gal depending on which station so yes, expensive week to attend a show that you go to as an industry show.</p><p>Attendance at SEMA was reported 35% over last year which I can say yes most likely so since last year was still low. Compared to 2018 or 2019 to be fair was about half. But again it takes a while to build back plus hurting economy, expensive accommodations and for the first time in a long time rain/cooler temps for Las Vegas! It was warmer back home in Kansas City! Weather makes a big difference on attendance and it was really cool the last 2 days there, people who live there had winter coats!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjLWL3BuiWkdS2AuppV1BT0OoBc-xxMh8H3skMMCIisKQ6iNx9fExEYmoGC1sc3fKyIaw-fx7anrIvvsqQBqutDWGNdt6c2YSeyqp286uEI5YXwXwG-uTkCgoPwfXutI-As-RjiMWOfXz0RtKWxIdP2hj2V6x6yoPoXhxqq-3Ob7zDF2RczoAExrFu/s4032/IMG_1154.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjLWL3BuiWkdS2AuppV1BT0OoBc-xxMh8H3skMMCIisKQ6iNx9fExEYmoGC1sc3fKyIaw-fx7anrIvvsqQBqutDWGNdt6c2YSeyqp286uEI5YXwXwG-uTkCgoPwfXutI-As-RjiMWOfXz0RtKWxIdP2hj2V6x6yoPoXhxqq-3Ob7zDF2RczoAExrFu/s320/IMG_1154.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p></p><p>As far as SEMA having a fun and successful show I would say they did a good job, everything seem to be normal. Yes fewer vendors/exhibitors than 2018 but consider the circumstances it was better than last year. Some of the exhibitors I had never heard of but new people are always good. It was great seeing some of my usual people I see every year and also meeting new people and viewing new products!</p><p>The industry is in a transition stage and managing through it will take some time. Was all the people walking down the aisle having buyers badges on, no, not really but it was a diverse crowd that may be the new crowd that attends every year.</p><p>The AAPEX show I spent the last day attending was very busy with more business like atmosphere down every aisle but it has always been that way. AAPEX is for wholesale, jobber, chain store sales and fulfillment. We used to call this show the hard part show but it is so much more nowadays! I did not see any empty spots in the hall and many companies there to exhibit. No vehicle displays or performance activities at the AAPEX show, it is all business with many products, services you would find at chain garages, truck stops and part stores.</p><p>Overall it is always fun to attend SEMA/AAPEX show to see what each show plans to display and have for our entertainment while doing business. Both shows succeeded! Was it like the good ole days, nothing is folks, so be glad we have the NEW shows for our industry!</p><p>More than I could ever get around to see in 3-4 days but it is something we need to keep around for many years to come. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGNJlFs6mmAwLJoPBnNNtm0OwxSg_RfGN6NuAS4TfeA1N5DCT7basyHBZeQPAUnTbIjb1dqLSJlAe-YTRIRl2iEmgPebVr_CXyNiKdTvD2nsDGwRA0DwyZbmMlgLJ8PbcJz06CqKzxAsmOY2gIijz2nGdw54RFW-fJ__hYSj1VDUoXU6pB2dgtrUbJ/s4032/IMG_1161%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGNJlFs6mmAwLJoPBnNNtm0OwxSg_RfGN6NuAS4TfeA1N5DCT7basyHBZeQPAUnTbIjb1dqLSJlAe-YTRIRl2iEmgPebVr_CXyNiKdTvD2nsDGwRA0DwyZbmMlgLJ8PbcJz06CqKzxAsmOY2gIijz2nGdw54RFW-fJ__hYSj1VDUoXU6pB2dgtrUbJ/s320/IMG_1161%202.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>PS - the reason for so many photos of the Rambler American halfway down is that was my first car at 16 yrs old - exact model! It was not as refined as this one but I did buy it used at a garage sale!</p><p><br /></p><p>SEMA/AAPEX Photos:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5997568663610648&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5997568663610648&type=3</a></p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-26201859300100901872022-09-29T07:50:00.001-07:002022-09-29T07:50:35.946-07:00Horsepower Festival Review 2022<p> As outdoor events go this was the nicest weather we have had for quite some time! Sunny in the 80s with low humidity all day long made for a perfect day for enthusiasts to get out and see some unbelievable cars, rods and trucks in our Show-N-Shine where we had over 65 entries competing for 2 best of shows - one for car category and one for trucks. Then 8 categories in cars and 8 categories for the trucks, we still did not have enough trophies for the top quality vehicles we had there! It has gotten better every year.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5KAJimnjr5wQtWJP_-YEZALexpNQgaSRA3h8NUVi0r1zlMPKbc7igrQgCGfCd5Mc8ctEopVT3yOx_9-wHbJ8rJDQGzdRI6EKiINBBsrwiJcayK-R0A_UYqy48rNw65ilM8p0tGh6tucaQzv4AlyFhhI0YSJIiB5Cl4zOJNsP15xc0GnzkR7PZ-7i/s4928/DSC_0024.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5KAJimnjr5wQtWJP_-YEZALexpNQgaSRA3h8NUVi0r1zlMPKbc7igrQgCGfCd5Mc8ctEopVT3yOx_9-wHbJ8rJDQGzdRI6EKiINBBsrwiJcayK-R0A_UYqy48rNw65ilM8p0tGh6tucaQzv4AlyFhhI0YSJIiB5Cl4zOJNsP15xc0GnzkR7PZ-7i/s320/DSC_0024.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_kNy9KwcBQu6ocs_J7VH5-ewn6Wg86l3UxqwaIJo7I6eV4groKJ4KlvWvrD-2go553hYv2kcRXll4q1PnDsBDKYKMAT1shXdlqvqxoI70iVRA3MTJBrwQwIlJzXYIF81-AVgnnOPSV0VImsX-VT8S4aNJTx4gNjmQ2XYgeawN10DMwSWRNdM9m7Br/s4928/DSC_0096.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_kNy9KwcBQu6ocs_J7VH5-ewn6Wg86l3UxqwaIJo7I6eV4groKJ4KlvWvrD-2go553hYv2kcRXll4q1PnDsBDKYKMAT1shXdlqvqxoI70iVRA3MTJBrwQwIlJzXYIF81-AVgnnOPSV0VImsX-VT8S4aNJTx4gNjmQ2XYgeawN10DMwSWRNdM9m7Br/s320/DSC_0096.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghd-dootuCRJSRo7215UcltJPrsr4EyBMM1DWCIbbjOgvCShSaz7JjuLAgAftpAghD3kX8ZyBO5M4xyr7QralT7ihEx7Xt1nqcYK7DDjO_ImcIHYh3pKYOO92kOmzFfGnEpB0IFhJOtPAsFkgvUx4hPrZ8pYjgwjuDInzh127Go3Gz_KpoznQ__Cl-/s4928/DSC_0101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghd-dootuCRJSRo7215UcltJPrsr4EyBMM1DWCIbbjOgvCShSaz7JjuLAgAftpAghD3kX8ZyBO5M4xyr7QralT7ihEx7Xt1nqcYK7DDjO_ImcIHYh3pKYOO92kOmzFfGnEpB0IFhJOtPAsFkgvUx4hPrZ8pYjgwjuDInzh127Go3Gz_KpoznQ__Cl-/s320/DSC_0101.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZcUQXBOhsE7yu2m26UI5FMxbOD1wzEgdMqNElpjVoROni-3M-dHfQ06rLaEtXh-iwlqD-6QvD1MW_v7kW1Q-6G8TYlsZKmmtU6UXeOR7vBIbMkc4q-nMc5uEcLKyP_sRsQEhNbQq8yHTOTZ11lsaxP4ntDqZ23kBSFd6O2tfgNgCSMEAKVJ6ZYGkM/s4928/DSC_0121.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZcUQXBOhsE7yu2m26UI5FMxbOD1wzEgdMqNElpjVoROni-3M-dHfQ06rLaEtXh-iwlqD-6QvD1MW_v7kW1Q-6G8TYlsZKmmtU6UXeOR7vBIbMkc4q-nMc5uEcLKyP_sRsQEhNbQq8yHTOTZ11lsaxP4ntDqZ23kBSFd6O2tfgNgCSMEAKVJ6ZYGkM/s320/DSC_0121.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />We started this venue 3 years ago during Covid and it was originally a truck show but then car clubs started to call because no one would let them gather in the cities. The US 36 Dragway sits on large carriage in the country so it is not an issue for large crowds, plenty of room to spread out. I told them to bring them out since our guys love all motorsports so thus the combination makes for a great gathering.<br /><p>Add in the dyno, swap meet, vendors and the food trucks it is a nice way to spend a morning and afternoon! Once we made the presentations of the Show-n-Shine winners is about time the drag racers start showing up on the other side of the track. The drag racing had over 142 entries going down the track from 6pm to midnight! A wide variety of vehicles from trucks, rods, muscle cars, newer dragsters, junior drags and even a couple of brand new Yenko Camaros! </p><p>The crowd of enthusiasts saw a great show of drag racing all night long! We started out paying tribute to the president of a local Diesels of Kansas City who passed over a week ago from a cycle accident - Joey Hull! We asked the crowd for a 30 second silence while he ran the lights one last time. Joey has supported and attended the event since it started! Anything motorsports he always supported!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-kVen3qIEqykuPe3GhrQx7FvE8D0Q3AU2_pXYVuJBtL-iVlxTfRaSTAEvKcy4MY7Z2wYbeYotYu13i1l0dYV244aOjDmd0uJ1F2fs3hVsJJz1p2ppiHG2n_6KFZLXwJNOV0l3VPZi18YPNkrXrhHnbeOtL74rqtrhvlDiM8DY5dySul8UfE__bTXu/s4928/DSC_0198.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-kVen3qIEqykuPe3GhrQx7FvE8D0Q3AU2_pXYVuJBtL-iVlxTfRaSTAEvKcy4MY7Z2wYbeYotYu13i1l0dYV244aOjDmd0uJ1F2fs3hVsJJz1p2ppiHG2n_6KFZLXwJNOV0l3VPZi18YPNkrXrhHnbeOtL74rqtrhvlDiM8DY5dySul8UfE__bTXu/s320/DSC_0198.jpg" width="320" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabcU-J1rI3iURmhAbwkvwGm36H2gUmX3oECWbieLIG4F2qb4Wk8W1bJyTedYJFk9y8hsNMQl0wifi-2p3rxPwqRIeAthTSVWY0NK3lBrdRVEwLqY92tdYq3HcGSbw9AVvhwbcpbIBPEL6occjRCDYPtTtE7MiUcHl7MMyTR1U5EwRHrlBmXihW5xR/s1643/DSC_0719.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1088" data-original-width="1643" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabcU-J1rI3iURmhAbwkvwGm36H2gUmX3oECWbieLIG4F2qb4Wk8W1bJyTedYJFk9y8hsNMQl0wifi-2p3rxPwqRIeAthTSVWY0NK3lBrdRVEwLqY92tdYq3HcGSbw9AVvhwbcpbIBPEL6occjRCDYPtTtE7MiUcHl7MMyTR1U5EwRHrlBmXihW5xR/s320/DSC_0719.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><p></p><p>Again the US 36 Dragway made for a perfect venue for our event with a great crew manning the track and racing. DIESEL Motorsports/All Speed Expo crew managed the rest of the show, we had fun doing it with such a great crowd of enthusiasts.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd14VN851aL9bWug306-Vu_W5fRTkAoL-i3lAb9C2vvZwPA02KETgxXuaKXrVylfCatUmfSOmcOhZ1cYN4F079vA5r2YiO2vA_38TnrzvJPxYboPX26utySKiJd98gN5UWSMpX_eHNP5hQ-BSOe67Ze_HECN8eVfH-Um0nJ3vPm9NRnHwICZrZYomc/s1643/DSC_0728.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1088" data-original-width="1643" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd14VN851aL9bWug306-Vu_W5fRTkAoL-i3lAb9C2vvZwPA02KETgxXuaKXrVylfCatUmfSOmcOhZ1cYN4F079vA5r2YiO2vA_38TnrzvJPxYboPX26utySKiJd98gN5UWSMpX_eHNP5hQ-BSOe67Ze_HECN8eVfH-Um0nJ3vPm9NRnHwICZrZYomc/s320/DSC_0728.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The winners are listed below along with photo link of the event!</p><p>Photo link:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5875017699199079&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5875017699199079&type=3</a></p><p>Winners:</p><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Diesel Motorsports/All Speed Motorsports want to thank everyone who made this weekend's show a great success and the beautiful weather helped tremendously! There was so many great Car/Truck Show entries we had a hard time deciding since many deserved trophies, we are going to include more categories/trophies for next year! High quality vehicles for this show and they get better every year! Also very high quality race vehicles who entertained the crowd all night long, we thank <span style="font-family: inherit;"><a style="color: #385898; cursor: pointer; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="-1"></a></span>them for a great show! Of course we thank our sponsors, crew and workers at the US 36 Dragway, DM crew and attending vendors and sponsors! What a GREAT day for motorsports in the middle of the country! Winners are listed below!</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Horsepower Festival Winners 2022</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Car Truck Show Winners</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show – Truck</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Travis Baldwin 2016 Chevy/Silverado</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Ford</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Carl Hufford 1950 Ford F100</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best GM/Chevy</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">David Walker 1967 Chevy C10</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Dodge</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nick Hotzler 2011 Dodge Ram 2500</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Vintage</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Derrick Parrott 1991 Dodge W250</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best SUV</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brett Burnett NSK Cadillac Escalade </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Rat Rod</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Paul Hamby 1953 GMC 150 – Johnny Cash Truck</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Semi</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bryan Chellew 1986 Peterbilt 359</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Race Truck</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Al Roscoe 1980 Dodge D1500</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best of Show - Cars</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Drechelers 1969 Chevy Impala</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Ford </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Scott Hendrix 1955 Customline</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best GM</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brice Haman 1964 Pontiac GTO</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Hotrod </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jerry Kins 1940 Chevy Coupe</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Best Late Model Car</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2022 Chevy Corvette</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; 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white-space: pre-wrap;">2- David Williamson</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Semi- Robin Hughes </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Qtr- Stacy Behrman</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Qtr- Jody Watson</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Qtr- Jim Lynn </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; 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color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Qtr- Ryan Skaggs</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sportsman </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1- Wyatt Wagner </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2- Josh Reynolds</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Trophy </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1- Jessica Lynn</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2- Ryan Williams </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jr Dragster </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1- Mac Gear </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2- Jackson Spilman </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Diesel ET</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1- Jacob Cole</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2- Vince Neiderhauser </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Diesel Heads Up</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">1- Vince Neiderhauser </div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">2- Tyler Williams</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dyno Highest HP</div><div dir="auto" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tyler Williams – 736 hp</div>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-17852803891255815162022-07-28T11:36:00.000-07:002022-07-28T11:36:21.810-07:00Making your diesel fuel last the week! DIESEL Motorsports<p> Yes there are some basics to stretch that fuel a little more before fill ups!</p><p>1. Keep your lead foot out of the pedal - lol! I do it all of the time, I got to test the power and enjoy it, yes it eats up fuel! Spool back and take it easy on take off and driving, it will make a difference.</p><p>2. Inflate your tires! Basic but it works, make sure you have them full especially if you are hauling.</p><p>3. Plan your trips or spend more time at home: Of course, easier said than done if you have children but plan the trips out and don't go out just for something to do! Every time you go out it costs you so make it count. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1R9erEnXDY6MweDnrx1aOoc_43pwnQ5Lyfkyh07m5222ocFu_4xB9oTsosON9CGGdzPiw5MXWWp9ii1NstXGC2ANP-mEDVG1dx4XlSXhnsIhV-7N2U-ENlpttljTn00h-f1azpmERY-wQnqS4XQ90zoGstW93bYb8slL5Dvl3BVreiYKh-IPex2Nc/s5568/D22_0214.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1R9erEnXDY6MweDnrx1aOoc_43pwnQ5Lyfkyh07m5222ocFu_4xB9oTsosON9CGGdzPiw5MXWWp9ii1NstXGC2ANP-mEDVG1dx4XlSXhnsIhV-7N2U-ENlpttljTn00h-f1azpmERY-wQnqS4XQ90zoGstW93bYb8slL5Dvl3BVreiYKh-IPex2Nc/s320/D22_0214.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>4. Find the lowest price for fuel in your area along with discount programs. There is even apps for your phone to find the best prices.</p><p>5. Make sure your diesel truck is serviced regularly since clogged systems and filters will effect your fuel mileage. Find a local reliable shop or do the work yourself but make sure your truck is working properly.</p><p>6. Use some form of diesel fuel additive at least every other tank since the quality of fuel from stations have degraded over the years. This will help in keeping your system clean and efficient. I know about once a month I put an additive in a full tank and find a remote entrance ramp where I floor it to at least 80 mph to get out on the highway for at least 3 times. This helps clean out the stem and it feels like I had a tuneup.</p><p>7. If you feel you have sticking injectors or running rough there is a couple of products on the market that will do a clean out of all components using my method mentioned above, I have used CRC Diesel engine clean, Opti-Lube, Gold Eagle and Howes! But there are many out there that will do the same, they are not cheap but can be had for less than $30! Pretty cheap tuneup!</p><p>8. If you have older tuner diesels you can dial them back to use less fuel and on newer models there are boxes that are legal in 50 states that can make a difference if used properly.</p><p>Just a few thoughts I'm sure many of you have thought of but now is the time to use them since fuel it seems for the time will remain expensive.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-3341753495270081022022-07-22T13:01:00.000-07:002022-07-22T13:01:12.502-07:00How does the price of diesel effect our diesel crowd - DIESEL Motorsports!<p> EVERYONE wants to know about the price of diesel fuel across the country and how does it effect us? </p><p>Just like the rest of inflation it passes it on to other products, services and entertainment dollars. It shorts all of us in one way or another because generally the price of our wages have not risen that sharply in order to keep up with rising prices.</p><p>Everyone feels it in their pocketbooks from the lowest to the highest wage earners, so where do we feel it first?</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio0_dGQo3WYQMJZ4aBFTFZGV4jgWtVjjzOekPLBMLo6tjL7Np7WXjBQW7zoemDCMwwAJDW6x_3Hu_yFezKWuFSBtKtwShl8vHn1sRkcD3ViX4SLvIz1D-7qkSLRyXbqfPn97EDDNiF7wgkPJWcb-jGMaodfyzl7GaoGFKvK35a1kgYmZYGv2JzWIGu/s5568/D22_0214.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio0_dGQo3WYQMJZ4aBFTFZGV4jgWtVjjzOekPLBMLo6tjL7Np7WXjBQW7zoemDCMwwAJDW6x_3Hu_yFezKWuFSBtKtwShl8vHn1sRkcD3ViX4SLvIz1D-7qkSLRyXbqfPn97EDDNiF7wgkPJWcb-jGMaodfyzl7GaoGFKvK35a1kgYmZYGv2JzWIGu/s320/D22_0214.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>At the fuel pumps every time we stop to fill back up whether it's your diesel pickup or your car. We stand there watching the numbers click by and are in shock when they stop for a full tank. From two years ago I know my old 12v Dodge went from $60 to now $160 for a 35 gallon tank. More than double from two years ago so I know my wages have not doubled.<p></p><p>So like everyone else, I look where to cut elsewhere on the budget! Do I not go out to eat as much, travel as much, and/or spend less at the stores! I try an anticipate what is coming next in order to plan for it. Some store items have more than doubled while others have risen 3-5% so where do they get the 8% inflation rate? I know they think we are dumb, but we are not and most have had simple math.</p><p>Our poor trucking companies are getting squeezed on driving and delivery of products. What they priced last week may have gone up this week. Normally it ALL gets passed on to consumers through price increases. Like everyone else then the stores and /or services have to raise their prices.</p><p>Does it effect our events, yes it does, but we went through this in 2008. We rely on local shops and businesses to send their customer's trucks to our events. We do more localized events so people don't have to travel as far and use so much fuel to come to the events.</p><p>Travel to and from work makes it tougher for all segments of work, farming, construction, shipping and automotive repairs. Again, it cuts into our discretionary income for when we want to relax and forget about the work week. After being closed up for 2-3 years because of Covid it makes it even more unbearable for the working class.</p><p>So what do we do? For many young people who have not been through tough times it is a first. For those of us who are older we can give some insight on how to handle the situation a bit better. But make no mistake it is not easy and yes, it does get better.</p><p>Series one - I will continue as to how to adjust some posts may be little some may be long. Some of the suggestions may seem simple to many of you but if you have never experienced the current atmosphere it may be new so take what you can and leave what don't agree.</p><br /><p><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-42517161358345992792022-06-28T06:16:00.000-07:002022-06-28T06:16:01.930-07:00EAST Coast Diesel Motorsports 2022 Review!<p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #050505;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Numidia Dragway after 13 years changed our date to a month earlier because of higher paid track rental! So after changing dates I knew we had an uphill battle in front us including the Covid period where many people stayed home! Throw in the hurting economy with high inflation, double fuel prices ($6-7 a gall East Coast) and date change we accepted the challenge this year.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="color: #050505;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">We came out just fine most likely because we have held this event so long over the years and we tripled the advertising budget for more local </span></span></span><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">participates! Beautiful weather of course helps which being a month earlier did help a few degrees but for local they said it was warm than usual 87º which is fine for me coming from 100º! Cool breeze all day along with low humidity it was a sunny great day for a fun event.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGysAL1jGq7nymb3ErjUj5J9Z9m6iOWhQVnIZU8rjIt30IqHt1uuliBxg_d1aY7NoNWfj8XsogWs-FEjIJItWAUbPBVCCPTdsJOJ2NPjgUDmy4GtZYBlCyxaebUURwSnVc4wL68ay-ZaHQSZEwLUGJgdbmUwuDxWRFHE_YCS6tmVvcF1LVxnSaOjEc/s5427/D22_9936.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3618" data-original-width="5427" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGysAL1jGq7nymb3ErjUj5J9Z9m6iOWhQVnIZU8rjIt30IqHt1uuliBxg_d1aY7NoNWfj8XsogWs-FEjIJItWAUbPBVCCPTdsJOJ2NPjgUDmy4GtZYBlCyxaebUURwSnVc4wL68ay-ZaHQSZEwLUGJgdbmUwuDxWRFHE_YCS6tmVvcF1LVxnSaOjEc/s320/D22_9936.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;">DIESEL Motorsports included new classes for 1/8th mile racing for diesel and gas trucks. Over 8 classes for racing along with new classes for the Show-N-Shine which had over 50 trucks of SEMA quality! We moved the gates open time to noon instead of early morning so people could have time to drive to event on Saturday. All afternoon activities included vendors, dyno competition, show-n-shine, Grudge racing, and race classes till 5pm. </span><p></p><p><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIESEL Motorsports started the pulling around 5:30 pm with 8 classes of pulling which included diesel trucks, tractors and modified multiple engine rails. Pullers with up to 3000 hp trucks and tractors went down the 300 ft track and produced a great show for the crowd.</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXxgv6PL1YFYvbqvtrc1xBls6HoGXsEV_Imv1TR8gUgd9vcwdhmAeP7SACehXpeG0zzpkQK-D_x5Kqx2fe6BipkorlOfimUnhKotsyMlTX-uZKP3y2wIWyo8SW7pWLTezLT82FQvdfgHNjEYUUSDRQ4oEMosGR0sXH8f4AqafkBEiywQnBPpvcOBZA/s5568/D22_0473.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXxgv6PL1YFYvbqvtrc1xBls6HoGXsEV_Imv1TR8gUgd9vcwdhmAeP7SACehXpeG0zzpkQK-D_x5Kqx2fe6BipkorlOfimUnhKotsyMlTX-uZKP3y2wIWyo8SW7pWLTezLT82FQvdfgHNjEYUUSDRQ4oEMosGR0sXH8f4AqafkBEiywQnBPpvcOBZA/s320/D22_0473.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Since the locals considered it warm many every year line both sides of the tracks with trucks, popups and coolers (tailgating) to watch the activities. The crowd stayed pretty much through the entire day because there is always plenty to see and show the kids with so many activities going on throughout the day.</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rRCrNG8DZH5qplxXL-5bfKGCFA6Y7bHqcTRDde6H6G8OuuF84EQe-6AOcBO_4fwvUPn5Gq0kwNIfxAFX2w10Kp4UyTe3KW4OPeO_YF4SL3oYSOYMirKPK_xdBqfu0WZuMnhKlnH5NegZkkz77SJ300TBZAY3xoozjl3ZslOg8k2ZjJvLYrMlMmOa/s5568/D22_0161.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rRCrNG8DZH5qplxXL-5bfKGCFA6Y7bHqcTRDde6H6G8OuuF84EQe-6AOcBO_4fwvUPn5Gq0kwNIfxAFX2w10Kp4UyTe3KW4OPeO_YF4SL3oYSOYMirKPK_xdBqfu0WZuMnhKlnH5NegZkkz77SJ300TBZAY3xoozjl3ZslOg8k2ZjJvLYrMlMmOa/s320/D22_0161.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I noticed from years past a lot of competitors not coming from out of state with fuel prices so high but did notice an uptake of a lot of PA entries. I don't blame them with high fuel prices and towing a </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">vehicle you only get 8-10 miles per gallon hauling. We still had a lot of great trucks and tough competition with many local shops sponsoring the event.</span></span></p><p><span style="color: #050505; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Numidia Dragway is only 2 hours from Philly, Newark, NYC, Baltimore and located in the Eastern part of Pennsylvania! It makes for a great place for truck event on top of the Poconos mountains! We met a lot of new young people and saw many older faces from when the event started! Always a pleasure working this show even though trying to get there flying was an issue this year!</span></span></p><p><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: arial; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIESEL Motorsports/Truck Motorsports wants to thank ALL of the fine people/fans/competitors who came this last Saturday to the show! With a change of dates we decided to change a few things up such as classes, trucks, diesel & gas and pulling classes/times! Still the same great gathering of trucks, vendors, dyno competitors and race/pull competitors - it was a fun day! </span></p><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">East Coast Diesel National Winners: 2022</span></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Racing</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">ET Bracket – Diesel – ¼ M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Dennis Harnish – Quarryville PA – 06 GMC/R-.062/DI-11.75/ET-11.790/MPH-110.72</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Doug Brarens – Stroudsburg PA – COECummins/R.091/DI-19.40/ET-19.571/MPH-68.73</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">ET Bracket – Gas – ¼ M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Joey Lamond-Effort PA-03 Chevy/R.169/DI-12.60/ET-12.653/MPH-106.54</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Jason Hoover-New Holland PA/R.104/DI-13.50/ET-13.716/MPH-93.41</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">6.70 Index – Diesel 1/8 M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Eric Snow-Newark CT-01 Chevy/R-.171/DI-6.70/ET-6.702/MPH -103.78</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Susan Soga -Kutztown PA – 1934 ChevyRod/R.144/DI-6.70/ET-6.799/MPH-100.08</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">7.70 Index – Diesel 1/8 M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Dennis Harnish – Quarryville PA – 06 GMC/R-.254/DI-7.70/ET-7.794/MPH-36.30</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Brandon Aungst – Pine Grove PA – 12 Dodge/R-.362/DI-7.70/ET-8.006/MPH-87.70</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Quick Truck – Diesel 1/8 M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Pat Trichilo – Carbeich PA – 05 Dodge/R-.394/ET-6.448/MPH 21.64</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Susan Soga -Kutztown PA – 1934 ChevyRod/R.106 ET-6.752/MPH-103.17</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Runwhatubrung – Diesel – 1/8 M</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Pat Trichilo – Carbeich PA – 05 Dodge/R-.243/ET-6.524/MPH 20.88</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Dalton Ness – Shade Gap PA – 94 Dodge/R-.529/ET-6.341/MPH-112.60</span></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Sled Pulling</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">WorkStock </span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Tommy Hassler – Bethel PA – 08 Ford – 326.33 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Ben Gelsinger – Robesonia PA – 05 GMC – 319.64 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Jake Stewart – Robesonia PA – 06 Chevy – 319.45 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">HOT WorkStock</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Tommy Hassler – Bethel PA – 08 Ford – 357.97 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Seth Ulmer – Lock Haven PA – Chevy – 331.99 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Ross Harter – Avis PA – 06 Chevy – 328.34</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2.6SB</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Riley Andrews – Pifford NY – 90 Dodge – 261.71 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3.0 SB</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Jared Brown – Wmspt PA – 98 Dodge – 296.22 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Griffin Sullivan – Moodus, CT 01 dodge – 274.61 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Super Stock</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Tommy Hassler – Bethel PA – 08 Ford – 316.76 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Calvin Miller – Guys Mills PA – 02 Dodge – 300.26 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2WD 6200lb Trucks</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Ian Erricker – Poolesville PA – 314.51 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Eddie Ocher – 8-up – 305.09 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Dale Forrester – Scotland PA – 23 Ford – 296.19 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">8500 lb Modified Turbo</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Justin Latour – Brooklyn CT – Addicted – 342.21 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Jason Forrester – OOZ – 335.14 FTT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Cole Forrester – Papa Smurf – 318.49 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">7800 lb Modified Tractor</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Andy Forrester -Boss 9 – 341.47 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Kevin Stouffer – Ruff N Ready – 325.83 FT</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Ian Erricker – Unstable – 325.11 FT</span></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Mothers Show-N-Shine</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best of Show – Erik Pariseau – Budd Lake NJ – 2012 Dodge Ram 2500</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Dodge – Sheldon Horning – Denyr PA – 1993 Dodge W350</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Ford – Hugh Kapalkq - Wyoming PA – 2003 Ford F350</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best GMC – Jeremiah Zimmerman – Selinsgrove PA – 2008 Chevy 2500</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Rat Rod – BJ Keiffer – Watsontown PA – 1930 Ford</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Import – Steve Berry – Northid PA – 2016 Nissan Titan XD</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Vintage – Dayton Cote – Sanya PA – 1991 Dodge W250</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Semi – William Stewart – Weatherly PA – 1995 Peterbilt</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Dump Truck – John Robinson – Pennsburg PA – Orange Tri-Axle Dump</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Best Work Truck – Chris Coleman – Pennsburg PA – Crazy Train Dump Truck</span></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Ken's Auto Dyno – Highest HP – Justin Burke – 2006 Dodge 2500 – 1413.03 HP</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Ford HP - Ben Brenner - 822.60</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Chevy HP - Troy Hall - 603.30</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: arial;">Photo of event:</span></div><div dir="auto"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5611216345579217&type=3"><span style="font-family: arial;">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5611216345579217&type=3</span></a></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div></div>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-70665527416843190802022-06-09T08:35:00.000-07:002022-06-09T08:35:56.041-07:00Automotive Aftermarket - What is going on?<p> Having been in the business for over 35 years it is amazing how much has changed and most of it I predicted years ago but no one listened. I was even call a conspirency person by some industry leaders who have now left the business with thousands in their pockets.</p><p>I have always had the ability to forecast business trends and that is why I change our company's direction every few years. You have to change with what the market is calling for in purchases.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgenRzLE9qnY2wX2c2V40OKqvgIJMnEB5DBd5YXieIegDVpB2zCOfRfc6J3DY-oXha_FMeKyOGpPKYzpfgsjrvq1nfKcrLrKpIWcwGP7UeBB5k-7ejg0xc-u0VabraQI_0ZatdZP7S_hZHR1M-sPs0dXBTpbuJhMJF1IBqWgN_5LLpLwdjXDnmRdA2i/s5568/B21_4278.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3712" data-original-width="5568" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgenRzLE9qnY2wX2c2V40OKqvgIJMnEB5DBd5YXieIegDVpB2zCOfRfc6J3DY-oXha_FMeKyOGpPKYzpfgsjrvq1nfKcrLrKpIWcwGP7UeBB5k-7ejg0xc-u0VabraQI_0ZatdZP7S_hZHR1M-sPs0dXBTpbuJhMJF1IBqWgN_5LLpLwdjXDnmRdA2i/s320/B21_4278.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>You learn that from being on the front line of your business, not by asking or surveying past participates. The people who are living and working the shops knows what people are wanting and buying.</p><p>We are dealing with a current world of hard to get supplies/parts, wholesale pricing and faster deliverability! </p><p>So what is so difficult about this scenario? </p><p>It produces a topsy turvey environment to do business and survival only comes from the strongest and most persistent. It is time to strike out and take a chance on new markets if they are calling! If you don't someone else will and bypass you.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGnJTkI2MMPTaoDoCp8D1_9-Qy1B6FwFD4tjDTOFk7WEoODLVHBSN1_-qms9ZquyXKuLm6JmkmzSu3LdV35lomdIq9cppZKxfPh_DI_qAJx8_k5ZCLUKl4sYXZQ4KBIDpNUTq-Rj2OfVpfLAVHbiOitYAKkjE1XkD7I_P1tH5IM0qgpbw88IA41AHQ/s6016/DSC_0427-Smug%20Diesel-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4016" data-original-width="6016" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGnJTkI2MMPTaoDoCp8D1_9-Qy1B6FwFD4tjDTOFk7WEoODLVHBSN1_-qms9ZquyXKuLm6JmkmzSu3LdV35lomdIq9cppZKxfPh_DI_qAJx8_k5ZCLUKl4sYXZQ4KBIDpNUTq-Rj2OfVpfLAVHbiOitYAKkjE1XkD7I_P1tH5IM0qgpbw88IA41AHQ/s320/DSC_0427-Smug%20Diesel-2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Is this harder to do now? More than ever but the rewards are much higher now than the past. You get to keep going for another year and then some.</p><p>If you are an automotive aftermarket manufacturer, now is the time to look around and see what is happening on the front lines. If you keep listening to your beancounter you may be in a downward trend.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh31UKOESDArJTlghkLBbiMgxzeiQ9hKDvRAH-HjOn86Th_gbODGOWq5r7Fo33Tms5kRMmoJveMal1QyFh6uzLXy_oM8UMNFMD3bMAL2OkeM0DEPI8f-fACX8bqQRTZsdmpLDngrWAeLMRm4VBB2RsaHzzocmZO7Z3fM3gen_ZDXPv1KDlK2fQXSGqm/s5496/DSC_0614.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3669" data-original-width="5496" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh31UKOESDArJTlghkLBbiMgxzeiQ9hKDvRAH-HjOn86Th_gbODGOWq5r7Fo33Tms5kRMmoJveMal1QyFh6uzLXy_oM8UMNFMD3bMAL2OkeM0DEPI8f-fACX8bqQRTZsdmpLDngrWAeLMRm4VBB2RsaHzzocmZO7Z3fM3gen_ZDXPv1KDlK2fQXSGqm/s320/DSC_0614.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>I know a lot of young energetic automotive aftermarket guys who are tearing up the market with their localized products.</p><p>Our business may be coming back to US soil in a underground sort of way!</p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-88847128642304724302022-05-18T10:32:00.005-07:002022-05-19T07:06:48.191-07:00BIG TEXAS Truck Show 2022 Review<p> Most of us forget or don't know how BIG Texas can be when traveling by truck. Some of the people who came to our event in Amarillo Dragway drove further than I did coming from Kansas City (8 hr drive) and they lived in Texas. Montana/Idaho my be the big sky country but Texas is the BIG horizons country. It seems like you can see forever across the landscape.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6lZHmu6KOSSIV9qLOUhTOihlOKhVrvDDcY18UUQPBpbWwadKnXXAETGaoSKyI-ghtwuyKPt6DPLvkC9XB4Mm6F0gZKFxxy7p2KuFsIKiwv1bHgyhRht-Uhlm6VDpfKa-Rg0LCdvbCBuGyhJEg5QqI8eJeOb7ntG2U-cPJHhtSzVhESjhGKgJ9W0sB/s4032/IMG_0652.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6lZHmu6KOSSIV9qLOUhTOihlOKhVrvDDcY18UUQPBpbWwadKnXXAETGaoSKyI-ghtwuyKPt6DPLvkC9XB4Mm6F0gZKFxxy7p2KuFsIKiwv1bHgyhRht-Uhlm6VDpfKa-Rg0LCdvbCBuGyhJEg5QqI8eJeOb7ntG2U-cPJHhtSzVhESjhGKgJ9W0sB/s320/IMG_0652.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><p><br /></p><p>Many of the trucks who came to the event whether diesel or gas was high-end performance trucks that were nice looking machines. Many have been displayed at the SEMA show the year before and some on TV shows.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQPfPhu6V9hN8VTxZYXDeHCORD-I4yyy08p8Sj23a_hoqt7jH4oH5-xWGpj2wnGn1i-xqwjCV1XxKK5Z1Ykl_5UVJk79_zte3IldqE_GsduyzmFRNRhpS2EpWlHbh_S9Z53SfRtUQoffh48znnTriXIYPN3qzhpAWLwEupGBePtnJPXtsX-bw6Vt3F/s4032/IMG_0659.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQPfPhu6V9hN8VTxZYXDeHCORD-I4yyy08p8Sj23a_hoqt7jH4oH5-xWGpj2wnGn1i-xqwjCV1XxKK5Z1Ykl_5UVJk79_zte3IldqE_GsduyzmFRNRhpS2EpWlHbh_S9Z53SfRtUQoffh48znnTriXIYPN3qzhpAWLwEupGBePtnJPXtsX-bw6Vt3F/s320/IMG_0659.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Being a first year show in the middle of nowhere was not a big show but something to build on for the future. This area and longtime track has good vibes since it was built in 1959 and have held many drag races in the past.</p><p>It needs some updating but the young staff is doing their best to bring it up to modern standards with a new timing system installed before we got there. We raced both days with lots of fast times and a best reaction time of .0072. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-B8nx-3-32dCCT1LFXKtbVCELCD35u7sX9PLrGBz7Jtepivk_vV6CnDzw1YvnKk39J_Ra6SQFsq4uOpEeqUHcw9Ql_GSY1_oUX-d4idfqopQnV4HGvbtfRQPb6exwj1XlYBjwm5KFtIhdZ5ZKhhBTK4Mw8_e1XC3RtzAFwhrckq9nnUEaJQb0gOwD/s4928/DSC_0110.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="4928" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-B8nx-3-32dCCT1LFXKtbVCELCD35u7sX9PLrGBz7Jtepivk_vV6CnDzw1YvnKk39J_Ra6SQFsq4uOpEeqUHcw9Ql_GSY1_oUX-d4idfqopQnV4HGvbtfRQPb6exwj1XlYBjwm5KFtIhdZ5ZKhhBTK4Mw8_e1XC3RtzAFwhrckq9nnUEaJQb0gOwD/s320/DSC_0110.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The town has a lot to offer as a visitor such as the Cadillac Ranch (Cadillacs buried up-rite in the ground) and the Big Texan Steakhouse and hotel.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK2iTtR_bx6f_y6Mgsd4uapJKaDo9YMGWeWaECvjmXzEf6MoWLX12x1L1v0KbhOfXjAvZ1Rsf5venyA7JdtuUMCrAaKEpr4Z5p2qVj8fp90MCEMQ9oKDmYBTIpfpWq4p6ZHnkF9kug1H7BKjGDl2qmUaYz4hMagLjGo4zD6CoW_131sUy9eMqqaPvm/s4032/IMG_0670.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK2iTtR_bx6f_y6Mgsd4uapJKaDo9YMGWeWaECvjmXzEf6MoWLX12x1L1v0KbhOfXjAvZ1Rsf5venyA7JdtuUMCrAaKEpr4Z5p2qVj8fp90MCEMQ9oKDmYBTIpfpWq4p6ZHnkF9kug1H7BKjGDl2qmUaYz4hMagLjGo4zD6CoW_131sUy9eMqqaPvm/s320/IMG_0670.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>DIESEL Motorsports met a lot of young enthusiasts who own their own shops that build some very interesting trucks for show and performance!</p><p>We look forward to coming back to this location and build for future events.</p><p>Winners are listed below along with photo links:</p><p><br /></p><p>Photos:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5484940481540138&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5484940481540138&type=3</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Winners:</p><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Quick Diesel</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Winner - Russell Longo</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">R/U - Vince Neiderhauser </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Quick Gas</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Winner - Gary Quals </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">R/U - Genaro Chavez </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">7.70 Index</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Winner - Lane Wright </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">R/U - Larry Knapp </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">ET Bracket</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Winner - Bobby Banks </div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">R/U - Fred Miner </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Friday Best Reaction Time</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Bryan Tucker - .0072</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Dyno Competition</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Highest Horsepower</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Russell Longo – 1138 HP 1926 Tq</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">2006 Ram 2500</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Dodge – <span style="background-color: white;">Dakota</span> Sargent – 1096</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Ford – Isaih C – 533</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best GMC – Vince Neiderhauser – 696</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Mothers Polishes Show-N-Shine</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best of Show – Carlos Molina – 2021 Ford F-150</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Dodge – Chris Blair – 2000 Ram 1500 12V</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best GMC/Chevy – Cordale Ussery – 2013 2500 GMC</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Import – Luis Lopez – 2014 Toyota Tundra</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Performance Truck – Dakota Sargent – 1998 Ram 2500</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Vintage Truck – Trevor Tedrick – 1983 Chevy C10</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Best Work Truck – Bobby Banks – 2022 Chevy</div></div>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-36455809311460605722022-05-02T07:55:00.002-07:002022-05-02T08:28:25.436-07:00We the People . . . want racing! <p> "We the People" has a nice ring to it doesn't it? As we are struggling to deal with the new direction of automotive aftermarket which includes racing I see two divisions! </p><p>The cities want EV clean driving vehicles and the rural areas want fun loving fossil fuel vehicles they can enjoy. As many of you know I travel frequently in all areas of the country and I see many large cities along with hours of rural America.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvwZbG12h7gJnLR-xwNTnqyU8_bkbzKAbyBdwIEjHLP7pN9hH53KAyNvw28mG2xbLfr1Vj6Tq3b94pBxpc9s8Qg3UpwHDS884dRrzn9cciCOdH4sgaxC5X3kce2IT4jRYbUEI2n835YbAgYEoUIc1P1Mk9E7_sLOVDUep_OZVxVv1Hiog9qLQ7VWV/s358/images.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="141" data-original-width="358" height="126" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvwZbG12h7gJnLR-xwNTnqyU8_bkbzKAbyBdwIEjHLP7pN9hH53KAyNvw28mG2xbLfr1Vj6Tq3b94pBxpc9s8Qg3UpwHDS884dRrzn9cciCOdH4sgaxC5X3kce2IT4jRYbUEI2n835YbAgYEoUIc1P1Mk9E7_sLOVDUep_OZVxVv1Hiog9qLQ7VWV/s320/images.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>The cities have way too many people traveling to work or to do business and need EV vehicles to cut pollution . . . but they won't use public transportation. I have asked many big city leaders and politicians and the answer is always the same . . . the people won't use public transportation. They want the freedom of driving!<p></p><p>The rural people have to travel long distances to do business and need vehicles that can endure harsh conditions which why fossil fuel is the choice of many. They will continue to use fossil fuels because of the ease of use and the reliability for everyday work. When fuel prices go up many of the products people use in the cities prices will go up as many of us have seen in materials, products and groceries. </p><p>The "needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few" is being put into play without the resources to do so in our country. I'm being told by industry leaders who are trying to supply the new EV push is that the technology will provide the answer and shortcomings for the industry. </p><p>In the meanwhile how many businesses, corporate and small, with this hurt or destroy? I have said for years the automotive aftermarket is rural America not the cities as past marketing experts have followed.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpPQ5iwb4T0y389ucUqk1WU9rBWcgl0D12nb1Lw1g3QhjwockfyYmykoCiAHW0Q9ycR38NvhteZ6JTodg_wW99Y6TMPptedLg-veUP6iyzioOgx4ijRWg4zGdScijb8TkPo6rSXeDfyCafxLYI5kGJPRt8GgCaRQVsx8lTwYQNNv1MzJiVeNzguFHB/s299/Unknown.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="299" height="168" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpPQ5iwb4T0y389ucUqk1WU9rBWcgl0D12nb1Lw1g3QhjwockfyYmykoCiAHW0Q9ycR38NvhteZ6JTodg_wW99Y6TMPptedLg-veUP6iyzioOgx4ijRWg4zGdScijb8TkPo6rSXeDfyCafxLYI5kGJPRt8GgCaRQVsx8lTwYQNNv1MzJiVeNzguFHB/s1600/Unknown.jpeg" width="299" /></a></div><p></p><p>This past weekend I followed some of my rural racing facilities (weather permitting) and they were packed with people and competitors who are traveling great distances to enjoy a weekend of racing!</p><p>Even with high fuel prices they are coming to what they want to enjoy and that is either watching or competing in racing. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjtsZQ5eYyZilgfGUdThldigDxyhlYiVgNTZV9nks4rmcr_TV6aYqN5if59yWckLD8jnNHLYb4H8SfQTLcdiDGXIhj5KMyxmMrHHpmgXz109Rtfb1EB-Xl3JoMdAuqMyw7OXycpi_XEokYSg6S-sdPP3uDh6a0GqPmLIosPdijh6SZNGShq55h5Bn4/s280/Unknown-1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjtsZQ5eYyZilgfGUdThldigDxyhlYiVgNTZV9nks4rmcr_TV6aYqN5if59yWckLD8jnNHLYb4H8SfQTLcdiDGXIhj5KMyxmMrHHpmgXz109Rtfb1EB-Xl3JoMdAuqMyw7OXycpi_XEokYSg6S-sdPP3uDh6a0GqPmLIosPdijh6SZNGShq55h5Bn4/s1600/Unknown-1.jpeg" width="280" /></a></div><p></p><p>We the people want racing to continue on all fronts, circle, drag, pulling, offload, and road-course racing. Billions of dollars support the race industry with jobs, distribution and income for many families! </p><p>Don't be fooled by the appearance of what is being presented but by reality of going to a local track and see for yourself!<br /><br /><br /></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-6466654803764661282022-04-20T08:35:00.002-07:002022-04-20T08:35:19.873-07:00Keystone Nationals Review 2022<p>After a 2 year hiatus because of COVID the Keystone Nationals were back to normal with some of the best pulling tractors, trucks and rails in the country for a 3 day event in Harrisburg PA. This is a great event that pulls many of the rural community in together in one spot for sled pulling indoors with the help of exhaust tube and filtration system.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIuOgJVaRQzU1HQ--cXUwlbM8Dkh375dDV-uTXng6YnhyxoyCuwqdqYSJg-rZ6Us5KJO5NKMstoS0PJXxhPMopWtdNlCHux8QouQoydJHR-QhnUtZGpYlc_nxsYlfu0FoMN5v7bvuAgsLsoHJZW7DdmD1ygUHXr0xUIV-ZwF7exa9IFmRgVXBX1Lbm/s1183/DSC_0017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="783" data-original-width="1183" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIuOgJVaRQzU1HQ--cXUwlbM8Dkh375dDV-uTXng6YnhyxoyCuwqdqYSJg-rZ6Us5KJO5NKMstoS0PJXxhPMopWtdNlCHux8QouQoydJHR-QhnUtZGpYlc_nxsYlfu0FoMN5v7bvuAgsLsoHJZW7DdmD1ygUHXr0xUIV-ZwF7exa9IFmRgVXBX1Lbm/s320/DSC_0017.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Over 250 entries over a 3 day period with lots of exciting moments during the pulls every night and all day on Saturday.<p></p><p>Saturday was a larger crowd with starting competitors with pedal tractors pulling a smaller sled along with smaller competitors of 10 and under age group. Then it jumped to the larger arena with tractor classes that had qualifying pullouts for the Saturday night finals.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicJhzGZd7rlGdtk5bPamAmM5IUO7R6AL97bnl26zv2KjRnJUNWEeu8kxRTVxvnyZfFiRd5XLcMN2Ck1HP_AP7v1TucXiLYYEdvUJ8ZzqsS5_DNonO5zm07hIjint_wgvom0kCo_-7Cz31Np7XnKlBkdajOnRvfPW7K6fvkslwAN4RY-OLE_h8X3h48/s1183/DSC_0059.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="783" data-original-width="1183" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicJhzGZd7rlGdtk5bPamAmM5IUO7R6AL97bnl26zv2KjRnJUNWEeu8kxRTVxvnyZfFiRd5XLcMN2Ck1HP_AP7v1TucXiLYYEdvUJ8ZzqsS5_DNonO5zm07hIjint_wgvom0kCo_-7Cz31Np7XnKlBkdajOnRvfPW7K6fvkslwAN4RY-OLE_h8X3h48/s320/DSC_0059.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The Hot Workstock National Championship was supposed to pull at 12 noon but the track conditions needed some improvement for DOT street tires so they rescheduled for 2pm letting some larger tractors pull before them. This flattened the dirt more and made for a solid track for the street tires of the Hot Workstock trucks.</p><p>This is a street truck that has limited turbo inlet of 2.60 with street legal modifications done to the truck. We had trucks from a 6 state area surrounding the pull. Being indoors with a shortened track of 252 ft instead of 300 ft causes some setting adjustments along with the tube exhaust taking some of the power so they had to jump on the acceleration quickly.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCtg5zy2RGfSpfvUQe4j6kZg5iW_xl-4kETG4DEdB84NVgTxLv9rVt68fQjRwuhCjE6byM6QSJOlfWRTr3edJk9eRBNlw653DiimzktL8RDkZb6a-YwOWaGCWa-dAxKCCLYG_AaeX-u1MKEift3WFxunYSrbCx8NV7a7yZfHgHVtaUpo_tmesXMV8L/s1183/DSC_0101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="783" data-original-width="1183" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCtg5zy2RGfSpfvUQe4j6kZg5iW_xl-4kETG4DEdB84NVgTxLv9rVt68fQjRwuhCjE6byM6QSJOlfWRTr3edJk9eRBNlw653DiimzktL8RDkZb6a-YwOWaGCWa-dAxKCCLYG_AaeX-u1MKEift3WFxunYSrbCx8NV7a7yZfHgHVtaUpo_tmesXMV8L/s320/DSC_0101.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>The class actually saw 3 of the trucks with a full pull and running into the end barrier on the wall which made it an exciting class for the crowd. This caused a pull off for the 3 trucks with heavier settings on the sled. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoDg3PgxK5BCVH8ZnbI9QcSNBiaKdgYIXd-pdFjiTXaSQMNG5FY9k04CitA6kSLhI0WjKuJ-BjdRMOgC7xm9YX8uhTfAImFDrbAuyvvj4o8TvlxkxcGm2QJ3iNbSX46XcnVCMXXBf-omBG1BzzD7Dzq_nQL4zjjE9YCEKz_uvq14d3RW72_iltlylw/s1183/DSC_0122.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="783" data-original-width="1183" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoDg3PgxK5BCVH8ZnbI9QcSNBiaKdgYIXd-pdFjiTXaSQMNG5FY9k04CitA6kSLhI0WjKuJ-BjdRMOgC7xm9YX8uhTfAImFDrbAuyvvj4o8TvlxkxcGm2QJ3iNbSX46XcnVCMXXBf-omBG1BzzD7Dzq_nQL4zjjE9YCEKz_uvq14d3RW72_iltlylw/s320/DSC_0122.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">This class was sponsored by Diamond Advantage/Navistar and locally Hassler Diesel. The winners and competitors are listed below.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-qHp720ycdg3OW3aaI97B_yXpMxV0GeTtDzzcNO-CNsgCMsqQgg4QW0yZAx-ytWOp9C6nd14HGQyed06L17qM0S06PTX6Bsfw32TQyPPQtA1tDO97q_jmqHtVQOqEqhXwlgC_J31km0RjpR9MZfsgPJ6e-YKb68lG1pytr8YAxrbM2CRLDAp4f83k/s1183/DSC_0123.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1183" data-original-width="783" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-qHp720ycdg3OW3aaI97B_yXpMxV0GeTtDzzcNO-CNsgCMsqQgg4QW0yZAx-ytWOp9C6nd14HGQyed06L17qM0S06PTX6Bsfw32TQyPPQtA1tDO97q_jmqHtVQOqEqhXwlgC_J31km0RjpR9MZfsgPJ6e-YKb68lG1pytr8YAxrbM2CRLDAp4f83k/s320/DSC_0123.jpg" width="212" /></a></div></span><p></p><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">1st Runs</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Lyndall Steiner - 237.62 - 8</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Tanner Kels - 240.23 - 6</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Seth Ulmer - 239.19 - 7</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Wesley Kless - 251.24 - 4</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Jacob Wagner - 11.00 - 10</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">John Costa - 255.30 - 3*</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Ross Harter - 221.54 - 9</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Shawn Bell - 240.98 - 5</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Tom Hassler - 256.37 - 1*</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Drew Slayback - 256.04 - 2*</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">* Runoff was decided by track officials since all 3 went over Full Pull of 252 ft.</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Runoff Run - more weight added</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Drew Slayback - 233.72 - 1</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">John Costa - 227.24 - 2</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Tom Hassler - 223.06 - 3</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">The trucks provided great entertainment for the crowd and with some displays of power. They will remember this group of trucks for a long time! DIESEL Motorsports will return this class to the East Coast Diesel Nationals on June 25th! </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q" style="caret-color: rgb(5, 5, 5); color: #050505; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, ".SFNSText-Regular", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word;"><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Congratulations to the winners!</div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;">Photos: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5327116890655832&type=3">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.5327116890655832&type=3</a></div><div dir="auto" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></div></div>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-40632400035552812202022-03-10T12:30:00.001-08:002022-03-10T12:30:28.286-08:00South Coast Gator Nationals 2022 Review!<p> When you are handed a lemon you make lemonade!</p><p>When you are cold you go SOUTH - way south! </p><p> . . . Like Palm Beach Florida in February when the rest of the northern plains and country are frozen over with sleet and snow!</p><p>For the 2nd year DIESEL Motorsports moved south for a 2 day sled pulling event along with dirt drags and a truck show at the PBIR track in Florida. I flew from 7 inches of snow with wind chill of -10 degrees to 80+ degrees and sunny in one day! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtihIEXAU1QDVlTE2d32ehLIcnoKHJJstwPvabbFt1jAGHqr86FYU2BSZtzOtQcOfUIBkk4u6IRzW4KgeT56QuRiKqw2mtunG47llzNr5bkVPMyziVb8APBwC_TaqUunahKEg3ZHm3KmxpFbuMKNiTZrEeqqzxeNBlU2RebYenV7FqRNQgW5hGK22p=s1280" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjtihIEXAU1QDVlTE2d32ehLIcnoKHJJstwPvabbFt1jAGHqr86FYU2BSZtzOtQcOfUIBkk4u6IRzW4KgeT56QuRiKqw2mtunG47llzNr5bkVPMyziVb8APBwC_TaqUunahKEg3ZHm3KmxpFbuMKNiTZrEeqqzxeNBlU2RebYenV7FqRNQgW5hGK22p=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhENk8YYn_04KiMaaQenxa8FIo410GZkHvaQ0SaX6YBJtbes5CB2M1Bg1ow2NQmABzK8EaIUNMUYmYUv-P9KlTbh94HwdMTCKk68qpzbCT1c1amkuPpljcz9efR_QWHd6OAxdXVNhCNWlCzCqs6YeOIB2xbQoCa4cxXRyixFn3kE0Rj_oR7-oFqbGbR=s899" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="505" data-original-width="899" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhENk8YYn_04KiMaaQenxa8FIo410GZkHvaQ0SaX6YBJtbes5CB2M1Bg1ow2NQmABzK8EaIUNMUYmYUv-P9KlTbh94HwdMTCKk68qpzbCT1c1amkuPpljcz9efR_QWHd6OAxdXVNhCNWlCzCqs6YeOIB2xbQoCa4cxXRyixFn3kE0Rj_oR7-oFqbGbR=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgtxnCTZ9hIkxgBAx6ChZ5UN19mq-p4ORis5SRU3C1_aqQAkn9Oy6r86chXMHWkqgtMbOXmib365zWyn1zvUOKaLrwQku0JNNSpy9jOyVQY2YMvhw1VZp4AGzDcbJ6bgwna6qXk5xS3mBt8f3rxnC-_RxxW12rtqODiST0UCvdnd_iIQ45_FIc4oVZP=s1080" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="607" data-original-width="1080" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgtxnCTZ9hIkxgBAx6ChZ5UN19mq-p4ORis5SRU3C1_aqQAkn9Oy6r86chXMHWkqgtMbOXmib365zWyn1zvUOKaLrwQku0JNNSpy9jOyVQY2YMvhw1VZp4AGzDcbJ6bgwna6qXk5xS3mBt8f3rxnC-_RxxW12rtqODiST0UCvdnd_iIQ45_FIc4oVZP=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>It did not take much convincing for many of the Interstate pullers from PA/NJ area to also come south for a weekend of pulling tractors and trucks. The track is a little rougher than they are used to for pulling but they made adjustments to the sled so we all could have a fun time pulling.</p><p>The dirt drags held during the afternoon hours on Saturday was a great show from many different local competitors and their trucks. Shortly after the dirt drags the Mothers Show-N-Shine was judged with some great looking entries including one of the trucks who quickly knocked the dirt off from the dirt drags.</p><p>It was a great two nights of pulling with many new records set for Southern Florida pulling. The fans were great at cheering the pullers who made the full pulls or greater than 300 feet! Winners are listed below from all activities.</p><p>This will have to be relocated next year since the PBIR(Moroso) track has been officially sold and scheduled to be tore down for warehouse space. Many years of racing and motorsports history has taken place at this location. So sad to see this happen but as they say the show must go on. . . </p><p>Photos:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.5252003261500529" style="color: #954f72; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666666984558105px;" title="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.5252003261500529">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=DIESELMotorsports.US&set=a.5252003261500529</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Winners:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">DIRT Drags<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">8,000 Street Truck<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Championship – John Say<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">2<sup>nd</sup> Champion – Brian Beckerbu<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">8,000 Pro Truck<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Championship – Serena Alexander<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Mothers Show-N-Shine<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best of Show – Jessica Barker – 2022 Ford Super Snake Shelby<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best Ford – Kyle Bair – 2017 F-250<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best Dodge – Tim Canary – 2019 3500<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best GM/Chevy – Charles/Ricky Carroll – 2019 2500<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best Import – David Kirkland – 2010 Toyota Tundra <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Best Rat Rod – Ashley/Austin Meehan – 1975 Dmax Fleetwood Cadillac<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">DIESEL Motorsports Sled Pulling<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">10,500 Altered Farm Tractor<o:p></o:p></p><ol start="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Tommy Eppard – 316.34<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Lawrence Hayman – 304.35<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Sawyer Baum – 299.02<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Rob Bell – 277.42<o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">7,500 Modified Tractors<o:p></o:p></p><ol start="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Don Deane – 336.05<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Mike Schoenemann – 278.37<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Dale Forrester – 252.36<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Mike Schoenemann-238.07<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Ian Erricker – 233.53<o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">10,000 Pro farm Tractor<o:p></o:p></p><ol start="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Doug Hayman – 330.38<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Levi Leizear – 299.43<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Ryan Miller – 297.13<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Bob Shipe – 286.52<o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">6,200 2WD Trucks<o:p></o:p></p><ol start="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Ian Erricker – 328.15<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Dale Forrester – 327.83<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Mark Culbertson – 293.42<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Chelcie Forrester – 267.82<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Eddie Ocker – 266.66<o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">8,500 Mod Turbo <o:p></o:p></p><ol start="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Scott Kiskaddon – 319.77<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Matt Smith – 318.23<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Matt Smith – 312.75<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Jason Forrester – 310.52<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Mark Miller – 302.08<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Andy Keyes – 296.00</li></ol>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860508124744300942.post-5946825178878186702021-12-30T07:54:00.013-08:002022-01-01T11:22:09.304-08:00What we should be looking for in the next year 2022! DIESEL Motorsports plus . . . <p><span style="font-size: medium;"> What should we expect for the new year starting this weekend? </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4yz8nBvXVSr2vXT9Wij5mA76mLM1FPZKLSp2Z8EP8vxFqWarHaxVurnVwft6OduLn_5s6vNF24WCrk9KkokM2ZazUtbbwzI689sVkw3RMLD2ye2nBSH-fXWxoxld6sL1LV0dc2lmG--zbdsbrDv4rx4NVvV4e7b5KKdZfq39aFe18yR3S-QwMdydk=s1336" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="891" data-original-width="1336" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgBX_y07PGoTDRFCCtRc0nd2u9g-96o-u46n165l4gwrP76CLeWBnZ6kGg4dYm_4sDZX_B1ki5aZtOvocs7yH8_LaxMNdqTulEysKmMHKmNLQb4Nr6hoxoxjQtF5MHRbltmlmilpiU4POlk4eqHr6FDKYSeKOlrxJ5eewFPH8zHgNk1LDkU9L6e-JR0=w235-h156" width="235" /><img border="0" data-original-height="891" data-original-width="1336" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4yz8nBvXVSr2vXT9Wij5mA76mLM1FPZKLSp2Z8EP8vxFqWarHaxVurnVwft6OduLn_5s6vNF24WCrk9KkokM2ZazUtbbwzI689sVkw3RMLD2ye2nBSH-fXWxoxld6sL1LV0dc2lmG--zbdsbrDv4rx4NVvV4e7b5KKdZfq39aFe18yR3S-QwMdydk=w235-h156" width="235" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>My predictions after living in this great country of ours and being self employed for most of my working life:</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• The industry and markets in automotive are changing before our very eyes, as it should with technology advancements. The younger people (18-35) better understand the electronics but are quickly learning what many of us have known all along - build a stronger drivetrain so the electronics will not break it!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• The existing administration wants all small garages, shops and businesses to diminish with more regulations being brought on them. Only our state governments can stop this based on structure of powers, quit wasting time on Congress and start with local state's government. The atmosphere is so caustic right now in DC neither party is going to help save our automotive history and sports.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Suburbia will be in decline for automotive aftermarket and the rural areas will increase. Why do you find auto chain part stores in all of the small towns? They still have to drive to get to work, school and entertainment. Suburbia youth are not even getting driver's licenses until their 20s.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjFue0b6jR0nqjawTU3I3NFvAz1mzDeif-R7Yr9Xp6EGx7Trnwrpd_1hP5_9dfPArrVPV7qFCufBvs4KNMk9TLUQoU7XQbJUicYcSDNfVJPetd0x4TBuVI0hEdRs7Wn5b3_83--8wRHBfSdFXOiSMtzehkTghyqkpkuAnEFli2F2DmWrkYfjzExUjTv=s1418" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="947" data-original-width="1418" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjFue0b6jR0nqjawTU3I3NFvAz1mzDeif-R7Yr9Xp6EGx7Trnwrpd_1hP5_9dfPArrVPV7qFCufBvs4KNMk9TLUQoU7XQbJUicYcSDNfVJPetd0x4TBuVI0hEdRs7Wn5b3_83--8wRHBfSdFXOiSMtzehkTghyqkpkuAnEFli2F2DmWrkYfjzExUjTv=s320" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Sometimes in 2022 there will be a glut of new vehicles in the market since the chips will catch up with production - then the prices will start dropping in order to move them. Right now people are rebuilding their older trucks because it is still cheaper than buying new and even if you can find new trucks.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Part shortage will continue as long as our government allows outside manufacturers to short us. We ALL should seek building everything in the US again and not be held hostage on parts that were patented and designed here in the first place. The intention of outside sourcing is to drive our economy down to their level - it's always about the dollar.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcIAMHEVCIOuCykuvgXL0bsV5YYk2i3KsmUGMm4s65lA-JRn_1W3U4Dhxdsq70-YpwRTPYXAhMg1VJnnIcmeREu7KRnU5EtTgNzkyKXxjrWmGjE6XoBH_zcW0x5i2k3hKRStVQtq3z79MxUhZ9CPt9vvs6z--JdruxFcmnVvTOPhZvOu97moHHqN9R=s3072" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="3072" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjcIAMHEVCIOuCykuvgXL0bsV5YYk2i3KsmUGMm4s65lA-JRn_1W3U4Dhxdsq70-YpwRTPYXAhMg1VJnnIcmeREu7KRnU5EtTgNzkyKXxjrWmGjE6XoBH_zcW0x5i2k3hKRStVQtq3z79MxUhZ9CPt9vvs6z--JdruxFcmnVvTOPhZvOu97moHHqN9R=s320" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• People love automotive, that will never end! They will look for new outlets to be involved, some old and some new avenues will become the norm! Fixing along the way what the bean-counters have destroyed or mismanaged! The true enthusiasts will return!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Yes, we will be moving some events around this year because of multiple factors such as weather, track contracts and new opportunities! That is why I put tentative schedule untill the end of January, we get at least 20 requests from the PRI show to do events in new areas. We just can not get them all because of budgetary restraints but if something looks interesting and makes sense we will try it out. My local old farmers and the Almanac says a long cold, wet winter and spring so yes, I listen to experience.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">• Yes, we will all be here this time next year! I will reprint this next year on this date and let's see what has happened.<br /></span></p>Ron Knochhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05004353801878426992noreply@blogger.com0